Skip to content
×
Pro Members Get
Full Access!
Get off the sidelines and take action in real estate investing with BiggerPockets Pro. Our comprehensive suite of tools and resources minimize mistakes, support informed decisions, and propel you to success.
Advanced networking features
Market and Deal Finder tools
Property analysis calculators
Landlord Command Center
ANNUAL Save 54%
$32.50 /mo
$390 billed annualy
MONTHLY
$69 /mo
billed monthly
7 day free trial. Cancel anytime
Pick markets, find deals, analyze and manage properties. Try BiggerPockets PRO.
x
Results (10,000+)
Steve S. What are the standard things you do when a tenant moves out?
5 June 2018 | 4 replies
They agreeing to findings.2. complete repairs found by inspection and deduct from deposit3. clean carpet if they don't provide a receipt from a local, professional cleaner which is the condition they received it in. deduct from deposit if they didn't.4. if a pet was allowed, they must turn in a receipt showing it was treated for fleas. if If they dont it comes out of the deposit. if any damage from pet they're given an estimate of repair and sign an agreement that they will pay any excess not covered by deposit.5. touch up painting as needed, filters changed, fire alarm batteries updated.6. get keys from tenant and change locks. old locks go into inventory to be used in other properties.7. return their deposit with a letter documenting what expenses were paid out of it and a notice that they are welcome to return if they were a good tenant. they can use the statement for their future landlord as well. if they were not a good tenant, they go on a do not rent list for future reference with a copy of mive.iut inspection signed by them indicating damages and/or non-compliance behavior.
Libby Baugher Should I use 30 yr or 15 yr loan for my rental properties?
12 June 2018 | 20 replies
Slower pace to creating a portfolio but your goal of cash flow will be achievable in seven years Less stress in life.
Kyle Hewett Not a cool investor, just need life altering advice
7 January 2019 | 7 replies

Hello everyone. I have to apologize in advance because this type of post seems awkward, out of place, and borderline inappropriate but I’m at my wits end here and desperately need advice from some pros. I’ll save the ...

Oleg Serdyuk Should I house hack or invest out of state?
24 January 2019 | 6 replies
House hacking is an awesome option and could have worked very well for me, but ultimately didn't fit what I wanted for my personal life and goals.Therefore, I think looking at additional properties instead of trying to house hack is definitely a possibility if that is what you would prefer.
Horacio Gutierrez Raising rents every year
4 January 2019 | 25 replies
Therefore, your expenses go up just because the cost of everything else in your life is increasing.  
Darrel Henegar Updating nice,but older rentals ?
2 January 2019 | 3 replies
Hello ,I've been around real estate most my life, but I am new to owning and renting.
Brett Peters Water pipe/ Sidewalk excavation
3 January 2019 | 11 replies
It isn’t enough for landlords to improve the properties bring them back to life and lifting up the area .
Patrick Clark Can I get a second opinion about upcoming guest
26 March 2019 | 24 replies
This life change will keep us disease free, healthy and never needing medications.So hopefully you can help us with a place to shop at as we rather cook our own meals than eat fast foods.I love Horizon Organic Heavy cream for my coffee, and real butter from grass fed cows.I make my own bread, do you have a mixer that kneads dough or bread pans?
RJ Reynolds Six months to success
13 February 2019 | 2 replies
That and my subsequent experience as a Real Estate Agent is a foundation for a new initiative, a new result and an outstanding life.
Ben Terribile Question regarding being an owner occupier
6 January 2019 | 3 replies
And life changes like those examples.