I have a prospective tenant that has a credit score of 627 we require a 650 score. I have been one to stick to my guns and had people to get co signers. But then he offered to pay the entire years lease up front. Is t...

What is your bread and butter go-to strategy for consistent lead generation? What have you tried that was a waste of money and didn't work at all, and what has been the best source? I'm trying quite a few strategies a...

I've got $30,000 in a Roth IRA with Ameritrade that I used to actively manage in stocks and corporate bonds. I'd like to use this money in real estate and real estate related investments now, but I am only 40 years ol...

Just got a house under contract in Tahoe and already we’re having problems. Apparently 3 of our future neighbors were harassing my agent today at the property because they found out we’re turning it into a (legal) Air...

I have property that i have recently rehabbed and that I am about to being marketing for tenants through my PM. While I am a big fan of using a PM for day to day activities, the first month's rent that is charged fo...

A very common question around BP Nation is how to choose contractors and where to find them. Moreover, so many newbie investors ask how to estimate the costs to repair the property to bring it to the highest market va...

Those of you who have been landlords for years, what have been some of your game changers so to speak? craigslist? kwikset smart key locks? online tenant screening?

Hi Folks,
I have a cabin in the Smokies, and we have a "no pets" rule. The Airbnb listing says clearly that if you try to sneak in a pet you will lose your security deposit. Well we just got a guest that I can see in...

I realize a whole bunch of variables are involved here (location, experience, market, etc.) but I was wondering what kind of success rate numbers you folks are finding with bandit signs? As an example, a colleague of ...

I am thinking about the condos that are built for 4 non related inhabitants, like students or professionals going back home for the weekend. I have been owning one for a year now in Lake Park but there are a bunch of ...