My properties are short-term vacation rentals. To get a property ready for guests, I spend a significant amount of money (10-15k) in linens, mattresses, small appliances, rugs, decor, soap, coffee, etc. Also minor rep...

Why do tenants try to just do what they want even if it's forbidden by the lease they signed and which they should read once in a while? Actually it's kind of entertaining because they have signed so many leases they ...

Hello all,I got started in real estate at 19 years old when I closed on a junky $59,500 barn-looking-house 4 miles away from the University of Michigan-Dearborn. I distinctively remember the fear of the unknown the fi...

Hey all, hope you're doing well!  I have an apt bldg. challenge and looking for opinions from others, here is the scenario1) Back of property (6 unit multi) usually gets hit with neighborhood trash dumpers (mattresses...

Hey All! Curious to get feedback on best practices for furnishing STR's? Is there typically a good vendor to use? How quick do you turn around furnishing an entire apartment/house if purchased unfurnished? 

We bought a duplex this March, inherited tenants and have had no issues since. Two sisters occupying each side of the duplex. We get a call this past week that they think they have roaches... We send pest control to t...

I currently have an accepted offer for an investor client on a house in Newark. Needs a total renovation, not habitable. The city requires the seller to pay for and setup the certificate of occupancy inspection. Th...

So I live in a large apartment complex and recently discovered bed bugs on my mattress. I am 100% positive me nor my roommate have brought them in. I informed the property manager about the issue & asked what are ...

Hi All,I'm purchasing a SFH where I'll be doing some "House Hacking", namely renting out all the spare bedrooms. I'm trying to find the best strategy for renting my rooms.For any potential renters looking for a single...

Hi, wondering how STR owners are handling mattress pads during COVID?  Do they get laundered along with the sheets?  What about the comforter and even the decorative throw pillows?