In working with investors in a tourism-based market, vacation rentals are a constant discussion. Not only because other people are interested but because I am shifting my personal portfolio to focusing on them as wel...

My wife and I purchase a SFR last April in Northern CA. (Redding) with intentions of turning it into a long term rental. We also have thought about turning this property into a short term rental as well due to its lac...

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Does anyone put in their leases that the tenant is responsible for clogged drain lines? If the lines are clear when they move in I feel it would save a lot of headaches with them calling me. I would have...

People love "life hacks." A life hack is a simple strategy/process/tool/trick for improving your life in an unconventional way. For example: So... I am writing a post about "Landord Hacks" - it's the little things tha...

So, as a budding house hacker I wanted to ask my friends on BP:What tools come in most handy to a novice landlord? What should I add to my list?HammerTape measurePower drillHacksawSanderScrew driversAllen wrenchesChan...

Hello everyone, this is an amazing site, I learned a ton here and I hope you can help me with my dilemma today...  My dad will be moving to SE Michigan (Metro Detroit). He wants to buy a duplex so he can live in one u...

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Hey guys... Long time investor from CA (Los Angeles, all SFRs) that entered into contract on an Indy MF. The property is located off of E. Washington right across the street from Willard Park. The home is comprised of...

Hello! I would like some feedback from anyone out there concerning use of Ozone generators to remove smells, etc.
I have some flips with awful pet smells that have not been removed w Clorox. What is your experience w ...

Speak splain:I think Ricky Ricardo once told Lucy to “speak splain English.” As an investor, you should listen to Ricky’s words of wisdom. It’s often too easy for us to switch from speaking English to the other langua...