I bought a 4 family that's been abused for a number of years.  None of the woodwork has been painted over (yaaaay), but it looks like someone took a screwdriver to it in many places.  There's also a problem with previ...

New tenant is asking for updates - recessed lighting in all three bedrooms. They already signed their lease and we’ve already took the max on security deposit (in CA). This isn’t a cost we feel we would need to pay fo...

I’m wondering who would be most likely to lend me money for my real estate business ? Would I be better off applying for business loans, personal loans, a business line of equity, business credit cards, regular credit...

Hi All,This may be a newbie question, but what tools would you consider "must haves" when planning to do at least some rehab work yourself on properties. Think painting, some flooring, replacing vanities/toilets, putt...

You know how some people say that a person walks in the room, their eyes lock, and they immediately know that that's  "the one"?Well, that never happens with me with romantic partners.  But it DOES happen with real es...

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I am getting a few rental units and I am wondering what sheen and color paint landlords are using in their units. I plan on holding the units for 20-30 years and want to make the best of them. Currently we a...

One applicant thought I went overboard on screening them and asked too much for pets has threaten me trying to get their application fee and application form back. I have run credit report on the husband but not the w...

Hi! I am looking to buy my first rental property as soon as I can find the right deal. Question for experienced rental property owners out there- is school rating important when it comes to a rental property? Is it a ...

Alright. You just bought a house that needs some TLC in just about every aspect. Carpets need ripped out, walls need painted, windows need replaced, wood floors need refinished, kitchen and bathroom need updating, etc...

We do a little landlording renting out SFH's. We try to run this like a business. The tenants are our customers and we provide services in the form of clean decent housing. Usually it goes well.

Over the years we ha...