What are some good tenant-proofing upgrades that I can make before renting out a unit in my MF? I already plan to evaluate the carpet that's in there and check to make sure things like the doors have stoppers to preve...

Hi everyone,What is the best way to protect a new AC unit from a theft? I need to install two new 2.5 tons AC units in one of my duplexes, and I want to make sure that no one will take them a day after the installatio...

I've heard differing opinions on whether or not to caulk under Hardiplank.  I've heard a painter say not to do it bc it's only a cosmetic thing and doesn't actually prevent water from getting behind the boards.  It al...

New to this forum and hopefully find some useful advice and info. I wanted to use my home equity to purchase a 2nd home/apartment for cash flow.   I need some advice where in the SF bay area where I can start to look ...

With the recent mass melt off, ground saturation, and flooding, I am sure a lot of you guys are getting calls from your tenants about flooding basements.  I got a call last night.What are your typical steps you follow...

The IRS discusses vacation home maintenance days.  They use examples where a family performs maintenance on a home for a week and the week is not considered personal use (it is additional to the 14 days of personal us...

I’m closing on a property with some mold in the attic. The seller said he will treat the mold himself before closing. Should we require him to get a mold inspection letter afterward saying mold is remediated? If we do...

It seems we the seller and I are beginning to reach an agreement on price. The comps in the area for the full ARV all have had central heat / air installed. I went ahead and factored that into my repairs and made ...

Hi all,I own a duplex in Lehigh Acres, Florida that is in need of 2 new HVAC systems (indoor and outdoor units - air handler in the attic). One unit also needs all new duct work (6 drop changes). Can anyone give a bal...

Hi,My tenant just informed my yesterday there is mold growing on the bathroom wall next to the bathtub.  From the picture that she sent to me, it seems like the mold has been there for a while.  I contacted ServPro, a...