Chip Marchand
Outlets Open Ground
Looking for some advice on a rental property I just purchased. The inspection report indicated that the electrical outlets were not grounded or “open ground.” In talking to an electrician it would cost $900 to complet...
Ryan Carr
How much do you furnish for international students?
Hey everyone,I’m a first time write in and future landlord. I have a duplex that I’m furnishing to attract international graduate students and visiting professors. I have the basics in each side already (bed, sheets, ...
Jessica Ronsen
Landlord requiring space heater - nothing in lease agreement
We are having sub zero windchills and have been opening our cabinets and washing machine and keeping our heat above average (70°ish vs. our normal 60°) to help the pipes from freezing. Unfortunately, this isn’t workin...
Marian Smith
Deposits and damage charge for irrepairable damage to a rental
My tenant spilled latex paint on the patio...and something else that looks like rust. Concrete is porous so I doubt it can be cleaned. Do I hire a sandblaster or charge a damage fee; and if the later, how much? And...
Sherwin Vargas
Change windows in renovation
I know it has been asked before but i was hoping to hear from local people in Rhode Island -providence area. I like to give general information because i know I would be interested. Question at bottom Currently renova...
Jeremy Lee
Renting from a landlord... met prior tenant :(
Hey all,
So we are facing a big decision on whether to move into a rental or not. It's in an area we have been wanting to move, there are currently no other rentals that fit our criteria, now is a good time to move...
Mark Forest
Tenant fried my grage panel
My tenant called me a month ago to complain that he has burned up three TVs and he thought the electrical in the house was faulty. I tested the outlet and it was around 119 to 120. I put in a new outlet and told him...
Chris K.
What questions to ask cleaners before hiring for your STR?
What questions should you ask your cleaning company before hiring them to clean your STR?
Steven Sather
Buying 1st quadplex and needs electric upgrade
Hello,About to purchase our 1st quadplex in Colorado Springs. The inspection came back with 2 big problems: electric is at capacity at 60 amp and needs to be upgraded. The second, while not an as big of an issue is ...
Kyle Civittolo
Plumbing clogs responsibility of tenant
Hello BP,
Does anyone put in their leases that the tenant is responsible for clogged drain lines? If the lines are clear when they move in I feel it would save a lot of headaches with them calling me. I would have...