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Thinking of renting a room in my primary residence. Could anybody share some tips/pointers. What extra precautions should be taken before hand?
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What should I expect to pay for a property manager and what type of services do they offer? Does anyone have insight on working with a property manager for STRs in Columbus or other metro areas. I've seen a bunch of i...
Curious how you more experienced folks would handle this scenario:
Situation - two yr tenant, very (overly) communicative, bit of a worry wart but that's fine, better than the other way imo. Class A sfh rental. House...
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I'm a newbie at real estate investing and am about to purchase an up and down duplex that currently has one HVAC system in place (but does have two electric meters already). Currently, the owner pays all utilities.Cle...
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So, your tenant made it through the screening process and moved in.
What kind of dumb things are they saying now?
Petty requests?
Requests to remodel?
Requests for upgraded appliances?
Whining about the internet...
Hi Everyone. I wanted to see what your experience has been with spending a little more on rehab and has that helped to reduce your tenant turnover? Maybe improving kitchen cabinets, countertops and replacing vanities....
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I am in New York State.I have a one year written lease with the tenant which will end on Oct 31, 2015. Rent was paid on time before. Usually I sent a message or a phone call to confirm the rent collection date. Howeve...
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People seem to expect their water heaters to last 10-15 years. Are you guys just letting it corrode as soon as the first anode rod is eaten up? How do you go through water heaters so fast?