The past days I'm researching ways to better systemize better my REI. So far since I have only 4 rentals the free version of RentecDirect works just fine, and if I decide to get the very affordable pro version I will ...

This piece is a meditation on the guilt associated with wealth accumulation, specifically the personal longing to achieve it.
Ever since I remember, I have been told and guided by friends, family and passers by not...

My landlord has a history with withholding security deposits, and even charging over the deposit amount. I have talked to two of his most recent tenants, who have had their deposits withheld, one pursued him in court ...

So I'm working on my first deal as an investor. It's a condo that's got a tenant paying $400 under market until the end of November 2022.  It's a condo that will net me $700 monthly after all expenses.   Seller has gi...

I’m new to this site and am already learning a lot. Is there an industry standard markup on materials by contractors? When do I know it’s worth my time to shop for, purchase and pick up materials myself vs having the ...

Hello BP community,
I recently closed on a duplex, and I am seeking the opinion of the BP community regarding my situation. The duplex I purchased has three tenants, one of whom is using it for storage.
While I have...

HI all,I have a tenant (Texas) with an upcoming lease expiring and wondered if I can raise the late fee while going month to month? Does this require a new written lease or just a written notice regarding a late fee i...

Hey I'm trying to figure out PM software to go with --Appfolio, Buildium or Rentec. I've read a lot of posts from people saying why one is better than the other based on price, features.  What seems to be good for se...

Hi all,We are considering a tenant family with a large(70lb) golden retriever, we've never had dogs before and not sure how to manage tenants with pets in general. Can you please share some tips regarding screening pr...

Introduction
Buying a property can be a thrilling adventure, especially when you're searching for the perfect place to call home or a smart investment opportunity.But before you dive headfirst into the world of real ...