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17 October 2024 | 4 replies
Maybe if you can take a week of vacation or sick time or PTO or whatever you can to get some extra phone time in.#4 Before you do any of that while you're prepping to get started is detail out all your databases.
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16 October 2024 | 2 replies
I'm on the fence with a mid grade carpet that gets replaced with each tenant, versus a higher quality that can stand up to stains and cleans well.
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16 October 2024 | 16 replies
I'm replying so I can follow the thread.
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16 October 2024 | 27 replies
You must be a lawyer and the most you can charge then is 25%, not to be more than $1,000.
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16 October 2024 | 17 replies
I've been trying to find out if I can bird dog in Texas without a license.
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17 October 2024 | 0 replies
She was referred to me through the consultant, and I can confidently say that hiring her was the only good decision that came out of that experience.Melissa's level of care, expertise, and communication was truly next level.
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17 October 2024 | 1 reply
I think it makes sense to go with a reputable lender you know can close your deal and make it a smooth and seamless process, rather than chasing the "cheapest option".
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16 October 2024 | 10 replies
First, consider finding a reliable contractor who can finish the work within your budget and try negotiating the cost.
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16 October 2024 | 4 replies
Does anyone has a checklist that they can share to talk to potential tenant before asking them to apply?