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Hoping to get suggestions on how to setup Alexa to control smart devices in our STR. We'd like to create a new Amazon account and setup Alexa to control our smart home devices (lock, cameras, thermostat, etc.) but the...
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Hi BP!I thought it would be a cool idea if everyone shared their best tip for managing their rental property. I'll start if off.My best property management tip is charging a 5% late fee when a tenant fails to make th...
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Hey all, was wondering what everyone's thoughts and/or experience has been with these free property and landlord management softwares. I'm a little hesitant and feel like there is a catch given that they are free, su...
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Hello BP family. I'm currently looking for a comprehensive property management software for a fair price. A few of the guest speakers on the BiggerPockets Podcast have mentioned Appfolio and recommended that softwar...
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My husband and I are building 6 new construction units in Spartanburg, SC that we intend to find long term renters for. What is the best all-in-one property management software that includes tenant screening, applica...
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So I'm 25 now, and I have a very serious girlfriend who, in the next year or two, may become my fiancee, and I want to make sure that we're both taken care of. My income is about $35.5K per year. (She makes about 42K ...
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Recently an acquaintance shared with me an interesting analogy of buying a used piece of electronics. "Do you want to buy that at a garage sale being sold directly by the owner, or would you rather buy it in a store,...
What is the best rental management software for someone with less than 10 units spread out between single family and small multifam? Preferably one that’s free or not too expensive.Thanks,Robert
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What kinds of software have you used to manage your properties that you would recommend? Looking to find the easiest to use for multiple apartment complexes.
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Hello All I have heard the ads on the Bigger Pockets pod cast in relation to the Avail landlord software online tool. I checked out the website and was interested but cautious do to the "free" or $5.00 monthly le...