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I’d like to start out by saying that I understand problems arise and they are legitimate. I self manage 11 properties and I’m a fairly new landlord. I’m curious if I could get any advise on how to handle tenants who a...
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Earlier this week monday, my tenant called , there was no water . I get there and check the breaker , then the pressure switch on the well , and determine , yes the pump has bit the dust . Now its late , but the tena...
Do you pro-actively save for major projects (new roof, new HVAC, new water heater, etc)? Or, do you sort of wing it and hope for the best, knowing that you'll probably have enough cash on hand to cover something li...
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Hello everyone,
I am new to land development and looking to connect with other developers. Looking to learn more about other people's deal and maybe advice. This is raw land looking to make lots and sell as ready to...
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I recently bought a home in the western suburbs of Chicago and realized during the last heavy rain I have some drainage issues. I'm having water pool next to the foundation wall of the home and noticed that the...
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Many self-managing investors on Bigger Pockets have to handle security deposits and this can sometimes be challenging. We wanted to share our the experience we have gathered throughout the years by managing hundreds o...
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Dear communityAfter almost 6 years being a landlord I am facing for the first time a tenant that is not paying the rent and not responding to phone call, text message and even a letter placed at his door.I have writte...
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As of late, I have been receiving a slew of colleague requests with no accompanying message of introduction. My personal practice is to ignore such requests and I apply it consistently just like tenant screening - so...
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Long story short; a house I bought has fleas. Lots of them. Like you walk into the living room and at least 20 are on your pant legs. I've fogged the house twice. I've called in a professional, twice. Anyone have...
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Hello! I'm hoping some of my fellow St. Louis investors with experience with older multi-family properties in the city might have some thoughts for me. I'm under contract on a duplex in the city (near Soulard) that wa...