Thomas B.
Renovating for Section 8 & Rent Reasonableness
Looking to game the system regarding Rent Reasonableness.
I recently purchased my 1st investment property, intending to rent it out through Section-8 as a long term hold. It requires a full renovation. I met with th...
Drew Denham
Flooring for rental??? Help
What is a good flooring option for a 1200 rental? Laminate? Tile is pry not a good option living in Michigan. I'm not looking to spend a ton of money. It's a 50k house renting at 900 per month. Thx!!
Josh L.
Wood floors in rental?
Does it make sense to put in wood flooring in a rental?When my current tenant moves out, I know the carpet will need to be replaced. Normally, I wouldn't even consider installing wood flooring to replace the carpet be...
Daniella Niece
Security deposit, surrender of property and lease end date
Hey all,Looking for all input. I recently had a turnover where one tenant left & a new one signed on. The tenant (TT) that left had three dogs. They were the first tenant to live in the property since I bought it ...
Joseph L.
How much $ to spend udating to raise rents by $300
Hey guys,
Just purchased my first Condo property and wanted to get some thoughts about putting money in and upgrading.
Currently the unit is rented for $900 and they know this is under under market value so they are w...
Tracie Van
Carpet Ruined by cat - SD questions
I am really struggling with this one.
Elderly tenant who became ill and could not longer take are of his cat, who ultimately used the hallway by the bathroom, the linen closet by the bathroom and the closet in the be...
Benjamin Furney
What should I do with these wooden floors?
Hello Biggerpocket Folks!I am going to be putting luxury vinyl planking in the entire downstairs (kitchen, living room, etc.) However, what can I do with these stairs? I dont think the wood can be salvaged, nor will i...
Tony Ngo
Tenants moved out - repair/damages questions
The tenants stayed at the property for almost 5 years. He gave me a notice to move out four days ago. He bought a house and moved out. I came by last night to do a walk through. The house has damages (blinds we...
Diego Lerej
how to deal with tenant moving betwin my units
Advaice please ,tenant moves from one apartment to another before the end of his lease in the same building
the departments are mine, do I have to make a new contract? or can I transfer the lease in any way .Same own...
Michael Garcia
Security Deposit
Inherited a 14 year tenant. She passed away. Family is asking for the security deposit. All the carpets in the whole unit need to be replaced. Is that normal wear and tear? I wasn't there 14 years ago when she moved i...