I know local investors are investing in these areas for the cash flow and don't care about appreciation as much. I believe there is an opportunity here for investors with strong systems and the patience to deal with l...

Hi guys… thanks for all the wonderful posts. This website has been incredibly useful to me starting out. I do have a question. My husband and I are debating on whether or not to convert our basement to a rental ...

Hello all,Looking for practical advice from you wonderful landlords!I just bought a 5 plex with a shared laundry and storage room.  The property was fully leased when I purchased it, and the previous owner had allowed...

I currently own a "condo" in Kentucky which is part of a building with 4 units, each with separate entrances and back patios. The maintenance of the exterior is horrible, especially for the outrageous HOA fee. The ext...

Perhaps to position themselves for the upcoming IPO. More on this HERE Your thoughts?

Motivation is a tricky subject. One moment it ignites a fire within us, filling us with enthusiasm and drive to accomplish our most ambitious goals. The next moment it vanishes without a trace, leaving us uninspired l...

I know that on one of the podcasts I heard @Brandon Turner mention giving his tenants a homework sheet or something of that nature.For example it might have on it that they must have utilities on in their name before ...

We have a LTR about 2000 miles away from us.  We have been managing it ourselves for about 3 years with no issue.  We recently had a tenant leave after six weeks of living in the property due to work.  We would like t...

Hi All,I recently sent out a non-renewal lease notice to a month to month tenant on 9/29, saying their final day was 10/31.  They texted me and confirmed that they had received the notice on 10/1.  In that notice I al...

I'm trying to have to avoid paying a locksmith every time a tenant moves to re-key the locks. Which locks do you guys use that you can re-key easily yourself? Thanks!!