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1 January 2016 | 7 replies
Unfortunately, at some point in the future they might decide to close down the pool because maintaining them cost a lot of money, not including cost to repair.
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20 December 2015 | 19 replies
Most importantly, maintaining subcontractor relationships and developing and sticking to a critical path schedule.
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18 December 2015 | 7 replies
I calculate the operating expense ratios at around 39% (the property very well maintained - but maybe this is too low).
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22 December 2015 | 14 replies
The notebook also includes information I've gathered over the years about how to maintain/repair appliances and an appliance maintenance log.
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26 December 2015 | 47 replies
This is a well maintained house, central air, all hardwood floor, very spacious, partially finished basement.
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20 December 2015 | 2 replies
I'm assuming not sense they maintain control of the loan.
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20 December 2015 | 11 replies
If we are able to establish and maintain a good landlord-tenant relationship by using open-honest-clear communication, by providing good value, by keeping our property well maintained, and by treating our tenants respectfully and fairly, we are likely to have better outcomes.
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21 December 2015 | 11 replies
Investing in historical properties comes with its own pitfalls but so worth learning about as we can acquire these homes for fantastic prices, people love living in them and pay a premium to do so, and they are so worth fixing up and maintaining because they are beautiful. :)As far as your $3K you have saved I would like to give you another perspective.
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21 December 2015 | 10 replies
Instead of the more typical flat concrete roof with waterproofing sealant, this one is built with concrete slab laid on a slight incline, with what look like asphalt/composite shingles over top, and the shingles painted over with a waterproof coating!
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22 December 2015 | 9 replies
Call me crazy, but when stuff hits the fan the thing that will help you most is references, previous landlords notes, job information and discussion, and how they maintain the cleanliness of their vehicle...a credit score is last in my book for a solid tenant and I've had one late payment in 5 years with 14 rental doors.