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We have 13 rental properties in Rochester, New York that we've had for about 7 years and need to get a hard money loan for some renovations on a couple of houses to help get tenants in before winter.Since most hard mo...
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I am curious how many of you guys use or would use a security system. We are just now adding properties to our portfolio so I am considering it. I do also have access to a distributor and can get basic systems at cost...
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Good evening BPers. I recently joined BP and this is my first post.I just became a landlord on my first buy & hold. I know that in the state of NJ (and some other states) tenant has to be notified by landlord in 3...
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Hi,I have a question that apartment owners/managers may be able to help me answer. I'm trying to help a very good friend secure an apartment in Vancouver Washington, as that's where she works, her price range is arou...
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I was interested in buying a surety bond to cover my security deposits and was wondering if I need to purchase a bond for each security deposit or can I purchase 1 bond to cover say 5 rental security deposits. I have...
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As a Chicago landlord, I've noticed many local apartment listings that ask for a non-refundable move-in fee instead of a security deposit. I suspect this is partially due to Chicago's strict laws regarding security...
Hello,I know it’s not a great idea to rent to friends but suppose I rent one of my apartments in a multifamily home to a good friend of mine without a security deposit and if other tenants get to know about it will th...
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Hello BP Family. I'm currently in the lender phase in my house hacking journey. I want to find the best lender/bank that can offer me the most while being able to use grantss. Has anyone ever used Security First Finan...
Hey everyone! I'm a first time landlord looking for some quick advice - my tenants have experienced a few stolen packages at their unit and I'm thinking of getting a quick security camera to install on their door to s...
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Hello BP! I'm a new investor and have been looking for a multifamily home which i could use an FHA and cashflow the first year. In my market in south jersey its tough to find a duplex that will do just that. I've foun...