How do people handle deposits when a tenant leave behind a dirty unit when they move out? Do you withhold anything for cleaning, or just figure it's part of turnover? If you do withhold some of the deposit, how do you...

I'm going to have a rental vacancy in the coming months. Does anyone have a document for pre screening prospective tenants? I want to start standardizing my screening process for possible tenants that conforms to the ...

What investment choices would you recommend to offset W2 income taxes?  Let’s say we’re shooting for $50k tax saving per year. My wife is a real estate professional (we can deduct real estate depreciation) so a proper...

Hello Bigger Pockets Community,My sister is considering renting her 3bed/2bath home in Sacramento CA and relocating to WA state. Any recommendations for property managers in the Sacramento area? 

Hi all,I've been an active follower of this forum for quite some time. I have a pretty simple question -- at this time, would you invest in a $400k condo in Walnut Creek, CA or a 2-4 plex in Austin, Texas? It's the on...

One of my former business partners was working with a local guru that just got a cease and desist letter from the SEC.

Please be careful when you raise funds or solicit for funds openly. There are securities laws ...

This topic is just in regard to California residents with properties *outside* of California. Assume a California resident sets up an out-of-state trust, which in turn is the only member (and manager) of an out-of-sta...

I was wondering what you all think are some good solid markets:Rising Populations - Migration expected to increaseSolid strong economy. With different industriesJobs Jobs JOBS long termGood weather long term - despite...

My older brother is an attorney in our hometown, and has a fledlging practice specializing in estates, trusts, and wills. He was approached by a client who owns 100 units in 10 buildings in our native area, Northeast ...

Anyone investing in the Florida Keys? Any tips on working with Inspectors or general advice would be great.