Roi C.
Repair quotes by property manager seem extremely high
Hi,We own a few single-family properties in the Phoenix area and they are all managed by the same property manager for many years now.Since these houses aged a little bit and have normal wear and tear it's time to mak...
Paul Choate
Opinions about ductless mini split heat pump systems
I am tired of buying window air units. I generally buy and hold SFRs built from the 1920s-1960s. Most do not have central heat and air systems. I have put in a couple full central systems and it has been too expensive...
Abad Marroquin
Zero Leases on 28 units. Is that good or bad?
I am negotiating 14 duplexes and an empty lot (where there was another duplex). Most of them are 2/1. The real state agent says there is no leases on any of the tenants. Apparently the owner neglected on the Property ...
Victoria Winters
Pets? What is the big deal? Are we missing opportunities with pet restrictions?
It seems that everyone has an opinion about whether to rent to people with pets. How effective is it to require additional monthly rent for a pet? Can anyone tell me if charging a pet deposit or additional monthly ...
Vik Desai
"Crazy cat lady" but paying well above market and pays early every time. How much pressure should I keep on her?
I've got 4 units that I rent out furnished and all bills paid.My target market is guys coming into town for work and want to save compared to a hotel, Most of my contracts are month to month, I'm getting nearly double...
Robert Nason
When is it too early to put my Brrrr into play?
Approximately 6 months ago I purchased a 12 unit brick garden style apartment building that was mismanaged and needed to be properly maintained. The building is a half a mile from a very large Massachusetts College an...
Sung Yu
To hold or sell (4-plex) 1.5yr ownership
Hello BP family, I currently own a fourplex in Lacey, Washington and I am looking for advice on whether to hold or sell. Here's a breakdown that may help paint the picture, thanks in advance! Short term goals: Accumul...
Mark Douglas
8 Months Later
Nashville, TN is super competitive right now, so prices are really inflated, making it hard to find something that makes sense. I've been waiting about 8 months to post here, but I finally closed on my first property...
David K.
At What Point Did you Hire Property Management Co.
Just curious for those with 10+ units...at what point did you decide to hire an outside company to manage your rental properties? I've been self managing for a long time and done well, but wondering if maybe I can go...
Sophia Wang
Pest control
We just got a buy-n-hold property (SFH) a few weeks back, and the rehab is done. We did notice there are mouse droppings throughout the house, both 1st and 2nd floors. The house was empty for over 6 months with no foo...