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5 February 2025 | 15 replies
It may also deter other bad behavior.
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26 January 2025 | 14 replies
Get a dog there.
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7 February 2025 | 2 replies
You can also start by being a "bird dog" and finding off market deals.
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25 January 2025 | 9 replies
Sadly, this price-gouging behavior has become the unfortunate new norm in the insurance industry.There's a high likelihood you'll need a broker familiar with surplus lines. 3 weeks isn't much time - if you aren't working with someone already you need to get in touch with someone asap.
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31 January 2025 | 10 replies
Honestly, it seems like you’ve got more skin in the game than I do since I’m just getting started as a bird dog, but I really admire your approach.I think your focus on tax-efficient strategies and building a reliable team is spot on.
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30 January 2025 | 13 replies
Nights, weekends, holidays, etc.To keep this on-topic, though...DO figure out what's healthy for you to manage but remember it's a process where every experience teaches you good and bad (and be patient with that process).DON'T sweat the small stuff (damage/costs under $50, undisclosed dogs, etc.) but DO find a way to learn, prevent, put in better practices to maintain your sanity.
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25 January 2025 | 1 reply
Quote from @Josh Otero: Hi BP community, I know you've got some crazy tenant stories and I want to hear it.I'll go first:1) I was managing a 5 story apartment building and a dog fell off the 4th floor balcony because of the owner not paying attention.
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12 February 2025 | 8 replies
As well as coffee shops like Bottoms Up Coffee are moving in and small microbreweries like brew dog and Land Grant.
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27 January 2025 | 6 replies
You have not documented these incidents, nor have YOU informed your tenant this behavior is unacceptable.
8 February 2025 | 89 replies
Quote from @David Kanarek: YOU STILL DONT HAVE ANYTHING TO SAY ABOUT HIS BEHAVIOR !!