Brady D'Hont
Security cameras, keypad locks?
Hello!Looking for best recommendations when it comes to security cameras, motion sensor lights, key pad locks, ring cameras? For a MTR specifically, a keypad lock and deadbolt seems like the best option so theres no t...
Erin Wicomb
Do you think the IoT is going to affect Commercial Real Estate?
For reference, the Internet of Things (or IoT) is a network of ‘things’ that are Internet-connected and exchange data back and forth.‘Things’ can include physical devices, computers, automobiles, appliances, etc. Thes...
Chris McDaniel
Anyone use an alarm system while rehabbing?
I'm about to start a rehab project and I was wondering what other BPers thoughts and experiences where when it comes to alarm systems? I was thinking about simplisafe alarm system? What are your thoughts and with con...
Yuriy Lobanov
Septic tanks on short term rentals
Hi All, I’m looking to buy a vacation rental property that runs on a septic tank for its sewer. Am I in for trouble with this? The house is fairly big and will have 8-12 people at a time.
Lei L.
How to protect Vacant Home while rehabbing
Just start to rehabbing and would like to know what is the most effective way to secure a vacant property in rehabbing stage. I read about the topics online and it seems that Dog, CCTV, light are useful. Without Wifi,...
Peter R.
VR Startup Follow Along - Automation & Notifications
Hi BP!This is part of a series where I detail the conversion of four units from long-term rentals to short-term Vacation Rentals (VR.)Synopsis of this part: Setting up wifi for your guests and for smart devices in you...
Brady Beshear
Smart Thermostat for new Airbnb...
Howdy - I'm here with another basic STR question as I jump into my first short term rental. I've searched the forums and seen support for Nest and Honeywell T5. What thermostat do you use and recommend? Thanks in adv...
Account Closed
What's wrong with this outlet?
One of the outlets in one of my units looks like this... as you can see, the thing that should be on the front where you can plug in is missing... does this look broken or is there something I can buy at home depot to...
Richard S.
Automate my 4-plex: Poke holes in my plan? Other suggestions?
I own and self-manage a 4-plex in a neighborhood about 30 minutes from my house, 5 minutes from my place of employment. I plan to purchase an internet plan for the site and install a mesh wireless router system to boo...
Josh Lyons
Water proofing rental property?
I just got a signed lease yesterday on my first rental property after a few years of reading and trying to get the First One! :)With that said I have a question about “water proofing” the house. I’ve seen “tenant pr...