Hi guys,What kind of locks do you have for your short term rentals? I work a lot, so would be great to be able to let a handyman in remotely.Also, is there such a lock with a remote control  if I live  out of state?Th...

Hello,I was curious if there was any sort of consensus regarding online or streamlined screening of tenants; including application.  I have seen a few names tossed around and have used "Tenant Check" years ago, but it...

I put Branson because that is what I am near, but I am interested in lots of areas, mainly Florida.
Are rates really so bad right now that a first time STR buyer with 20% Down should not even try?  Based off the numb...

More and more reports come out of the price increases, low supply and so on in the real estate market of large cities across the nation.

In your experience (or opinion), do the smaller cities outside of the larger me...

I am remodeling two small bathrooms in a small house for a rental in A class neighborhood. Houston suburb good schools. I can get 1350-1500 rent for my 1100sqft 2/2/2.

I have read some people say you should put dark...

Hi all,New out of state investor here!I am looking to buy a turnkey property (SFH 3-bedroom) in Florida for cash flow. My max budget is $200k for a property (with 20% downpayment). I would appreciate it if you could g...

Does anyone texture the drywall in their rentals with knockdown or orange peel? I've noticed in some middle to lower end apartment complexes they do this. I'm assuming it is to hide nail holes, dents, etc. I'm current...

I am often asked this question:  "What is my biggest financial risk in buying/owning a short-term rental property?"
Lots of things come immediately to mind:  Septic problems, a new roof, HVAC failure, lower-than-proj...

Hello all, I'm new to BP and have been browsing for a few days. I live in Apopka FL, about 30 mins from Orlando. I started a mobile auto detailing business in 2007 which has grown quite well in the last decade. I don'...

We have been marketing with letters to seller financed note holders of commercial properties and have been able to close a couple of them over the last year.  In the last month, we received two calls from note holders...