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Steve S. What type of locks do you use for external doors on your rentals?
25 January 2025 | 18 replies
.), but the bedrooms are regular keys, as @Jonathan C. mentioned for the front door, the unit is set up to send me an email when the batteries are low. i also have another student rental ( 8 rooms, 2 entry, 2 units + utility room) one master key and each bedroom has its own key that will get students in the entry, there unit, and there own bedroom. had a locksmith do that one. cost me a few hundred dollars with keying and supplying the locks ( 13 total ). i like both setups but may look into the landlord locks again for my 3rd student rental i just purchased.
James Wise Why do people Buy Property in California
22 January 2025 | 203 replies
We know supply is a big issue with low inventory across the whole country.
Annwar Matani How do Hard Money Loans work?
8 February 2025 | 17 replies
Each state has specific regulations in lending for Private/Hard Money (*Texas*).
Adam M. Has Anyone Imported Materials from China for a Rental Property Renovation?
22 January 2025 | 8 replies
Personally when I’m working on a project time is money and I don’t have the ability to wait around to get supplies.
David F. Co-op appraisal valuation
24 January 2025 | 9 replies
Typically, co-op's are less valuable than condos for a number of reasons such as supply/demand, lack of investor interest, older units, estate planning issues, financing and board policies. 
Darlene S. Avantstay pros cons for an owner? Short Term Rental
24 January 2025 | 36 replies
My experience is those have been in short supply since beginning of time. 
Jasmine Thermitus Primary to Rental Property
15 January 2025 | 15 replies
If you are able to manage it yourself, I think you will get a lot of very helpful education in real estate by spending a least a year or two doing that.You'll be able to work with property managers a lot better if you've done the work yourself for a bit, and it also helps to get familiar with the various laws and regulations you have to comply with as the owner, even if you do have a property manager in place (e.g., the new RI rental registry and associated lead paint inspections/certificates).It's up to you whether you're able to do it, but I think you'll get a lot out of the experience if you can try it for a year or two.
Kay Kim What’s your experience with Wagner Nolasco B2RDirect
12 February 2025 | 179 replies
I know a few more people who's purchasing with him, from what I hear, every single closing was delayed due to supply shortages or other reason. 
Brian Stinson Insurance deductibles for SFR
6 January 2025 | 5 replies
Due to inflation and the drastic increases in material, labor, and supplies, that's naturally caused carriers to rethink limits/values on file. 
Jermaine Washington Tenet has abandoned property without paying rent.
13 January 2025 | 11 replies
Ensure that you thoroughly review your state regulations and display the necessary notices before changing any locks or removing any items left behind.