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6 February 2025 | 5 replies
You may also need a fire remediation specialist to assess the damage.
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14 February 2025 | 6 replies
The states that I know require you to try to mitigate your damages if a tenant breaks a lease early.
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30 January 2025 | 13 replies
The first option will give you continuous headaches with a certain likelihood that the behavior may get worse (not paying at all and more damage).
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30 January 2025 | 5 replies
If they failed to pay the bill and utilities are shut off, they are responsible for any damages caused.
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13 February 2025 | 1 reply
.✅ Plumbing – Detect leaks or hidden damage before they escalate into major expenses.A small investment in a home inspection can save you thousands in unexpected repairs and help protect your bottom line.Do you get a property inspected before making an investment decision?
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16 February 2025 | 8 replies
Earthquake damage is limited to certain parts of the island (IE Mayaguez and southern, south-west).
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11 February 2025 | 1 reply
Hi Renata,To gain a clearer understanding of the overall condition of the home—including plumbing, electrical systems, HVAC, and the roof—and to identify any major issues such as asbestos, water damage, mold, foundation concerns, or wood-destroying insects, I strongly recommend having the prospective properties thoroughly inspected.
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4 February 2025 | 2 replies
In fact, I would want to go even lower because there's a very good chance some damage is hidden and costs will run higher than anticipated.If you aren't experienced, I recommend you just buy the good apple.
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9 February 2025 | 5 replies
Granted, after 30 years the place is a pig sty, but if he goes quietly, no malicious damage, I would most likely return his damage in full.
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7 February 2025 | 9 replies
Do any of these STR insurance policies cover against fire, water, wind or hail damage.