Josh Carpenter
Most reliable electronic locks for STR
Hi all, I'm setting up my first STR, a beach condo in Ocean City, MD. I live 3-4 hours away, so I'm putting together some local resources. But I also want to be able to change door codes remotely, and unlock remotely ...
Mark Grozen-Smith
Digital Locks on Long Term Rentals
Has anyone ever used digital locks for long term rentals? Any learnings from that? Was it worth it or were there more troubles than expected? Any brands you recommend?I'm looking to replace the locks in our new units ...
Akeim Fin
Reliable lock with keyless entry
Hello everyone, I am looking for a recommendation on a lock for keyless entry. The lock I am currently using at one of my properties dies very frequently and I’m trying to avoid the same situation on a new property. T...
Mike Taddy
QUESTION: Smoke Detector/Fire Extinguishers
Hey everyone. I'm nearing Closing on my first two properties. Both are multiplexes (4 unit and 5 unit). For those of you with multiplexes, do you use smoke detectors that are "linked" to each other? In other words...
Joe Norman
Security System for Vacant Home
I have a house I'm rehabbing in Baltimore that keeps getting broken into. The fiends have kicked in doors, pried off plywood, and broken windows to get access. Twice now they've stolen wires and water diverters from...
Luke Carl
Housekeeper Duties? HVAC Filter?
Is your housekeeper responsible for changing out air conditioner filters? Any other monthly tidying they are or are not responsible for?
Sam Leon
Smoke alarms & Carbon Monoxide alarms
In Florida, if it's SFR homes older than 1980 there is zero requirement for these, although I have always provided two on older SFR homes. On condos & apartments they have to be hardwired and much stricter guidel...
Cameron Johansson
Adding Solar pros and cons so far
Hey everyone!!I am adding solar to my home for a few reasons. 1. To get away from the corrupt company called FPL who now runs the areas power.2. To add value to my home 3. To prevent lose of power if a hurricane or an...
Gustavo Vargas
Smoke detectors responsibility
Hey guys who is responsible for checking the batteries and making sure the detectors are working properly after the tenant has moved in? ( assuming properly working and tenant check off on them) I am
In Texas, I am c...
Andrey Y.
Smoke Detectors in Maryland (Frederick) - AC vs battery operated
I am in the process of preparing my Frederick property for the tenant. My real estate agent who uses zipLogix rental lease is trying to convince me that I HAVE to use the dual powered (AC and battery) smoke detect...