First, I apologize for the length of this post, but I feel some background is needed.Early this year I purchased a Triplex with 3 occupied units.  None were on leases so I got 2 of them signed into a year lease pretty...

As a Chicago landlord, I've noticed many local apartment listings that ask for a non-refundable move-in fee instead of a security deposit. I suspect this is partially due to Chicago's strict laws regarding security...

Outside of the normal craigslist and zillow what other avenues can I use to drum up some interest in my property?  I am also thinking about medium term rental.  How do i go about getting tenants for medium term rental...

All - First time property owner in Cape Coral. Saw the news just now and looks like Ian is slated to hit Cape Coral directly. What typically happens if the eye of storm hits Cape Coral head on? I have property and flo...

Hi Everybody,

I'm in the process of closing on my first multi-family investment (3 units) right outside of Boston, MA which I'll be an owner-occupant and I'm hitting a snag. I was just hoping I could get some...

Can a tenant allow access of a detached garage to others ?I manage a 10 apartment complex in Buena Park CA where the garages are in a different areas. One of my tenants is on section 8. The father of her daughter came...

Wife picked up a small item, I went after a little bigger item - the RE!

Can't say too much about the deal yet since nothing has been put on paper yet. Meeting with seller tomorrow to discuss the details. It's a b...

Hi All!

I have to this point mostly owned "residential" multifamilies. As I look into larger properties i am wondering if anyone has a list of improvements to make and estimated improvement $ amount to be added to va...

Park manager are the key to Lonnie Deals:I am a huge fan of mobile homes. Dollar for dollar, I see no other investment that compares to the great returns you can achieve with these properties.Returns typically run fro...

Asking for a friend. The names have been changed to protect the victims. Bill and Hillary have been married for 15 years, they have a little girl named Chelsea they raised together. One day Bill was caught cheating on...