I have an applicant family for one of my rentals. I've been following the 4 criteria. - 3x rent < income- Good references- clean background- No evictionsSo far, the wife passes all criteria.  The husband though has...

I have learned that having the right tools can not only save you time, but you can do things you thought were impossible. When I say tools, I am broadly including processes, chemicals, machines, etc. What are some gam...

Getting ready to list one of my long time rentals. Please give some tips on freshening up the front without going crazy on the budget. Here is what I am thinking but thoughts appreciated...Replace flower post near fro...

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 ...

I have a property in an HOA. My property is the middle unit in a 5 unit townhouse building.  All five units have termites but only myself & one other owner wants to treat. I've been told by all termite vendors tha...

Looking through some duplex opportunities in Tampa, Fl and found one that meets the 1% rule and has room for forced appreciation...big downside at this point is that it’s Wood Fame instead of Concrete Block. With hurr...

Hi BP,I'm preparing to close on my first deal, an owner-occupied duplex.  With this one almost done, I'm looking to forward to finding the next opportunity.  I believe that may come in the form of commercial office sp...