Recently I've changed the lease we've been using to make the tenant more responsible for "plumbing issues" it includes tenant being responsible for unclogging toilets, toilet flapper valve, and drain lines when foreig...

Hey all,I'm new to BiggerPockets but have been rapidly trying to get as much information as possible about real estate investing, from here, the BP podcast, and from other books and websites as well.  My question to t...

My plumber just called an informed me that the toilet drain issue was caused by too much tissue being flushed at one time. He cleaned the tub and bathroim sink drains, which were slow, and he pulled out hair and rubbe...

Hi All. I have a SFH I am rehabbing to get it rented out. The basement gets wet/damp during heavy rains. I am having a mudjacking company jack up some concrete that is sloping towards the property, possibly causing mo...

Has anyone rented a property with a below grade bathroom, say in a basement that has a sump pump? I have a SFH and am concerned about tenants ruining the pump, or worse somehow backing up the plumbing and causing a fl...

Asking the forum to share their favorite Rental Property/Landlord Checklist:

I'll start:

New Tenant Move In Checklist: All these items occur after the showing and before they get keys.

Signed...

I just got one of my flips under contract and there is a well inspection. I had the well tested a year ago and it passed but it has been vacant for the last year. Do I need to go run teh water for a certain amount of ...

I was wondering how much renovation to do before putting up my home for sale? I've only done the minimum while living here because I was unsure what the future use was going to be (rent vs sell vs staying longer than ...

Hey all,I just had Frank from DMV Granite give me a free estimate on my 53sq ft kitchen counter tops. The price was at least a $1000 dollars lower than other quotes we got.Quoted me:$1950 for everything that included:...

Hello Bigger Pockets Family. 
I am currently in contract on my very first OOS SFR deal. I am super anxious and excited. The house is being sold AS-IS. I understand AS-IS meaning the seller will not make any repairs. ...