Does anybody know what utilities landlords pay in Akron? I want to keep my numbers consistent with the area.

Hello, long time reader, first time poster. I have a question regarding a house hack strategy -- I apologize if it has been asked before, if there is a similar post please link it & I will utilize that as a refere...

We're considering making an unsolicited offer to purchase an apartment building.  We know what the rents are, what the vacancy is, what the competitive rents are, have estimated per-unit and site rehab costs, after-pu...

Those of you who self manage multiple properties, do you use a simple spreadsheet to keep track of all the utility bills? Or Quickbooks, or something else?

Hi Everyone, I'm hoping someone can help out on this unique situation. I currently have a duplex under contract here in Saint Paul and I'm trying to get my ducks in a row before closing. The duplex has 1 washer and dr...

I am in process of buying a foreclosure and got stuck at the inspection and appraisal stage. Seller and Listing Agent is denying to turn on any utilities (especially Gas) and asking to transfer the Gas on buyer's name...

I searched through the forum but couldn't find the answer.I am going to have an empty house to show to potential renters (it's a new build). What utilities should I open under my name in order to show to renters?A fri...

BPers, several years ago my lease ended and I moved out of my apartment in North Carolina.  However, when I left I forgot to transfer the utilities back to the landlord.  The next tenant moved in, never transferred th...

Hey all, I'm looking for advice on how to handle a situation with a newly purchased duplex in Colorado Springs. After purchasing the property just a few weeks ago I was on site to work on some needed repairs. I was ta...

I may be overthinking this, but I thought it best to call on the infinite wisdom of the awesome BP community.I just purchased an out of state SFH with separate entry MIL basement suite.  It's a major city where I do a...