Andrew Daughtery
First Time AirBNB Host
Hello everyone! My partner and I are taking our first venture into the AirBNB/Short Term Rental world. We just closed on a property in Glendale AZ (looking forward to Super Bowl next year!!) We are looking to get any ...
A W
How to make sure your tenant will Change an Air Conditioner Filter?
I think even if I put in the lease, it is hard to monitor/enforce that.. How frequently do you require them to change the filter? every 3 month or every 1 month?
Thanks.
Tom Albares
New VR Owner in Tucson
My wife and I just got our offer accepted on a turn key vacation rental in the Ventana Canyon area of Tucson. 1286 sq ft, 3 bedroom, 2 bath condo. Fully furnished including linens, dishes, pots, etc.
We're going ...
Mike D.
Landlord pays Electric up to certain amount
I'm considering buying a 12 unit that has electric heaters. I'd like to make it so that heat is included with the rent by paying for each tenants' electric bill myself. To keep people from abusing the free heat I'd li...
Brigitte Burns
Recommendations for a remote lock system for vacation property
I recenty purchased a condo in a beach resort and we are wanting to rent it. I am wondering if there are any remote lock systems that do not require a internet connection? I found a site called Erental locks, but can...
Parker Brand
STR Beach Property in NC
Hi BP Community!
I have been studying the short term vacation market on the North Carolina coast for the last few weeks, particularly Carolina Beach. From in-person chats with STR owners and data from AirBNB/HomeAway...
Josh Carpenter
Most reliable electronic locks for STR
Hi all, I'm setting up my first STR, a beach condo in Ocean City, MD. I live 3-4 hours away, so I'm putting together some local resources. But I also want to be able to change door codes remotely, and unlock remotely ...
Ashlyn B.
All electric house?? Will bills be too pricy?
I am under contract for a house right now. We would live in the basement and rent the upstairs. I am concerned because we just found out there is no gas line running to the house. Everything is run on electricity (peo...
Dee Bral
How do you control or treat odors between STR guests for quick turnovers?
I am about to start an Air BnB and am concerned about smells between guests, especially if they smoke or bring pets w/them. I'm considering getting an air purifier or ozone generator that can quickly clean the air, es...
Paul Schirmer
Landlord - Internet & Cable
Are there any landlords out there that include/provide "free" Internet & Cable TV to their tenants? If so, just curious about the following:a) what type of contract do you negotiate with your service provider?b) ...