Is the landlord required to paint in NJ when new tenants come in, if it's just some normal wear and tear? If so do I let the tenants weigh in on what paint color? I know they don't have to but could be good to start o...

What paint do you like to use? We’re looking at primer+paint for rentals in the $500-800 range. We rehab ourselves right now.

So not long ago I posted a thread asking for advice on becoming a real estate investor. I got some good responses on many different ways and I did some of my own footwork and I have managed to secure $100k through pri...

So I just did my first move-out inspection. Over all the tenants left it in good shape. Besides the obvious things that I will charge them for (like the broken kitchen cabinet door) how picky do you get on inspection ...

Looking for some feedback for what I consider a pretty bigh bill for apartment turnover: $2400 for a 800sqft 3bed 1 bath apartment. It has a small living room. The apartment is in Springfield Massachusetts area. Lower...

I'm getting close to having the first 8 units of my 20 unit rehab ready for paint! I really would like some input from fellow BP'rs on this subject. Here are my thoughts....
Initially I was going satin or eggshell on ...

Hi - I successfully completed my first year as a landlord. Overall, things went well and the tenant left the property in good shape. However, there were a few repairs I needed to make. I'd like yalls opinion on how or...

Experienced landlords:Generally speaking, when you are turning a property between long term tenants, do consider re-painting as a “standard” part of the process? Or, do you consider that as “extra” wear and tear and d...

hey BP forum!!! I am wondering what the property managers out there do in the winter wonderland we are entering into. We own a 4plex and are experiencing some icy conditions, do you all provide ice melt? At what sn...

Do you charge mandatory minimum cleaning fees ( stipulate it in the lease) and apply against the deposit when the tenant moves out? If so, how much? My apartments have all tile floors, so there is no carpet to tear ou...