![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/165948/small_1676819722-avatar-billsarge1.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
28 February 2024 | 127 replies
I bought some of that opaque window film and it seems to do the trick.
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/2893648/small_1702333112-avatar-rickyr96.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
27 February 2024 | 12 replies
When I told her this wasn’t allowed, she asked what part of the lease prevented it (there wasn’t anything in the lease that prevented it) …needless to say, I changed my lease to clearly state that each room in the house was single occupancy, and that there were limits on the frequency of guests (you live and you learn).This is by no means an exhaustive list of house hacking tips/tricks, it’s just what came to mind…It’s also worth remembering that, even with extensive preparation, house hacking can be challenging, and things WILL go wrong (e.g.; inconsiderate housemates, broken leases, furnaces that kick the bucket at the WORST possible time, etc., etc.).
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/2397378/small_1646868544-avatar-ajw35.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
26 February 2024 | 9 replies
Neighbors and a community that guests can rely on as well.My interior decorator, whom doubles as my fiancé, has a few tricks she uses to streamline property launches.
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/2851572/small_1696536038-avatar-brianh1070.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
23 February 2024 | 0 replies
I know this is a board question by any tips or tricks to help me stand out would be great.
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/2430833/small_1694586593-avatar-derekn67.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
23 February 2024 | 5 replies
Got other money tricks up your sleeve?
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/2240199/small_1652826375-avatar-trevordesimone1.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
23 February 2024 | 15 replies
The trick is to compare apples to apples which is very hard.
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/1647843/small_1694935906-avatar-joeyr34.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
21 February 2024 | 9 replies
Maybe switching browsers might do the trick.
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/215694/small_1621433840-avatar-thegriff.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
22 February 2024 | 13 replies
You'd be surprised that some secured cards will still deny your application.Also another trick you can try is to be added as an authorized user on a credit card with family member or someone that will trust you.
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/2157145/small_1695155893-avatar-christinec132.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
22 February 2024 | 11 replies
BTW, there's a weird little trick to these things; If you take an item out when the cycle ends and give it a little flick, it is instantly completely dry!
![](https://bpimg.biggerpockets.com/no_overlay/uploads/social_user/user_avatar/776523/small_1728480299-avatar-nickaiola.jpg?twic=v1/output=image&v=2)
27 February 2024 | 2053 replies
What tricks do you tell yoru clients who have to "bank" paper losses over time, the "paper" losses have now added up to a point where it seems like maybe we should sell some of the holdsings in makets where some of the real estate has appreciated and not worry about all the 1031 exchange stuff since the cpaital gains will be offset.Your thoughts?