Kenneth LaVoie
Strange odors ... locating and eliminating
We have 3-4 units out of 48 that have "mystery odors" -- We have had no luck in getting rid of them or pintpointing their location. they've VERY old buildings but there's no carpeting so once we do, we SHOULD be able ...
Lynne Hart
Responding to tenants smoking in unit
Looking for ideas to stop this FAST....a new tenant that has just moved into it fully renovated apartment within the last 60 days has admitted when questioned to smoking pot inthe apartment stating that she didn't kno...
Lisa K.
Decision on replacing carpet due to heavy smoker tenants.
I am trying to make a decision on what to replace the carpet with, damaged due to heavy smokers. Since it was carpet before and I am wanting to do away with carpet upstairs. How would I go about to deduct from tenant'...
Thomas Harr
Home Inspector and Investor
Hi BP readers,My name is Tom Harr and I live in Columbus, OH. I wanted to write a quick post about my experience owning a home inspection company and investing in real estate while doing so!Clearing the air:Home inspe...
Kyle Keller
Should I go with a tankless water heater?
I have had my water heater in my house since it was built in the late 90s and am looking to replace it in the next couple of months before it decides to fail on its own. I currently have a tank, but I'm looking to go ...
Charles Burgess
Continue to offer pest control?
Hello everyone! Currently doing reporting on my portfolio, and I see we've spent $1800 on pest control YTD over 5 different doors. My question to the community is, should I continue to offer complimentary pest contr...
Amit C.
Separate Bank Account for First Rental Activities
I have just selected first Renal property in Memphis and will be closing in 2-3 weeks. I will be opening new personal Saving account and will be adding initial money to that account from my personal checking account. ...
Vincent Harris
does this deal make sense?
Hey everyone! My girlfriend and I are currently renting for $1,700 a month and we came across this duplex nearby. There's a tenant in place paying $1,200 a month, and the following information in the MLS looked pretty...
Tony Castronovo
Handy Tenants: Love 'Em or Hate 'Em?
I have a new tenant that works for a construction company. He seems pretty laid back and easy going. Has mentioned a few times about him taking care of this and that. For example, he volunteered to hang a spice rac...
Christopher Geddes
Does anyone include cleaning service for tenants?
Hi All,I'm new to BP. I recently purchased my first property in Montana. My unit is near a university and I inherited college students. They are fine renters but I have noticed that cleanliness is average at best and ...