Keri J Perez
Inspection report back on the "Very nicely renovated 4 unit"
Hello Everyone,I just wanted to get any advice and insight as to whether this deal is something we should pass on or still try to see what the seller will do before close to address these issues. This a property that ...
Ed L.
Heat pump vs. Straight electric vs. Natural Gas??
Closing on another rental property tomorrow. Older 3br. 1ba home built in the 1960's.
Home currently has natural gas central unit with "NO" central cooling. The only cooling comes from window units. Pretty unusu...
Mark Forest
Capitalize or expense
I have brought this up on other boards, but I still am not sure of the answer. I am a landlord who has acquired some fix up properties which I will lease to tenants. I have not yet made any of the houses rent ready....
Tyler Mehigan
Cats and Dogs and Pets, Oh My!
Hi Everyone, I hope you are having a wonderful day. Is it worth it to allow pets for rental properties to increase the amount of potential tenants or should I reduce risk of property damage/loud animals and not allow ...
Daniel Miller
changing requirements from prospective tenants
Well, I just got a message from them that they want me to get the house tested for lead and asbestos, and they need those tests before they will give a deposit. Is this reasonable?? They *do* have a 10-month-old boy...
Jason James
20 Unit Complex - All Vacant - Offer?
Ok so I have a lead on a 20 unit complex. All units are 2 bedroom 1 bath units. All unitswill need a complete rehab. All units are vacant.The exterior of the building is in good shape and will need very little work. I...
Robert Mendenhall
Older area home issues
Good morning BP,Ive been digging in and looking for a multifamily in Columbus to start my REI journey. I was wondering about some issues to look out for in older home areas. A lot of the homes were built around 1900. ...
Randy E.
Mildew/Mold complaint
* moved from DIY forum... *Quick facts: Small house, approximately 900 sq ft. New roof. Baseboard heat. Dry crawlspace. New plumbing with no leaks. I purchased it earlier this year after it had been empty for ...
Aaron Corleone
Triplex Without Seperate Utilities
Hello everyone!
Just found this website and look forward to being a part of this community. I'm newer to this so I have a lot to learn!
I just bought a triplex. The only issue with it is it doesn't yet ...
Wesley C.
crawl space fungus
I've read other threads on BP about mold, but as you know different regions of the country tend to experience mold in different forms and fashions. Here in the south, we have lots of crawl spaces that are very hum...