What are some ways to prevent break-ins, theft, and vandalism to vacant homes?

Alarm systems? Not keen on doing that (monitored)
for a short term. Lighting?

Someone stole copper out of one of mine this week. I t...

I am currently working to fill a vacancy and am interested in finding out how other landlords secure their property while vacant? Specifically, my concern is about copper theft. I've heard of landlords removing the ...

I've got to vent a bit here . . .

I just checked my voicemail a few minutes ago to hear that several of the Central A/C units in one of my properties were stolen! :shoot: This building is out of state and I do hav...

I have been in contact with someone who owns 10 houses in a low cost and low rent area. He is an out of state owner, who had a bad property manager. He is fed up and wants to divest these properties, and he is willing...

Just heard about a product called pex. Just wondering if anyone has used this product. From what I have found is that it is cheaper than copper and more expensive than plastic. Let me know the good and bad of this pro...

Got a 2/2 cottage under contract, and the inspector reports that the water pressure and drainage is not great because of the original galvanized pipes. This isn't a job I've tackled before, so my questions are:(1) Wha...

Hi all!This is the first time I'm working on a rehab that's more than just cosmetic. We're finishing a basement & also considering updating electrical / plumbing. Our contractor said we should definitely replace t...

Hello, I've been trying to learn everything I can about development and what not while in highschool so I can be as prepared as possible. Is vertical integration a thing in real estate development like it was with J.D...

I am looking at a split level single family house foreclosure.  Upon inspection the inspector notes that all Hydronic baseboard heaters have busted pipes.  It appears that the water was off before the pipes busted but...

So I had to dance with the Building/Electrical Inspector for a couple of months as I rewired an entire home including a new panel.He went through it several times picking out minor routing, stapling, GFI & AFCI is...