It's Friday afternoon and I need a place to vent...since I am preggo and can't drink wine now. My husband and I took over a duplex last year, with one unit occupied by a couple who had lived there for 16 years. Their ...

I’m in the process of acquiring my 4th STR, and for the first time plan to furnish and manage the property.  The first three properties were all setup by the PM and I felt sometimes there were unnecessary items at the...

This is a classic case of trying to separate personal tastes from what gives a kitchen the most "Pop!" and help sell a house fastest and for top dollar.  Nothing appeals to everyone, however among the following, my wi...

I am trying to help a friend/client find a home to rent somewhere near Santa Rosa, CA.  She and her husband own a company that does safety training for people that work for power companies, the fires, etc.  They have ...

Mayhaps this is my over-casual side coming out or my love of a good (craft) beer, but why don't I ever see anyone ask another out for a real estate investing discussion over a beer?  Is it the professionalism?  Is cof...

There needs to be a lightening up here...so I'll start it. Any political jokes will result in a beerboarding - and not with good beer, we're talking Pabst Blue Ribbon.

Got this one today from a realtor:

One Sunday,...

Hey there BP experts! I closed on my first rental prop (4-unit student housing) in October and I'm totally new to working with contractors. The property is old, built in 1911. It has some rodent issues and I want to g...

I start general education classes here in June I'm going to a school here in Kansas City called UMKC looking at possibly majoring in economics , I just wanted to hear from members on Biggerpockets that did go to colle...

Anyone seeing a significant up tick in STR bookings as a result of installing a hot tub at their mountain cabin/ski town property? Does the ROI justify the purchase and maintenance costs

Hi BiggerPockets Community,
I'm preparing to rent out a 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom unit to college students and would love some advice on how to furnish it effectively. What are the essential pieces of furniture and ameni...