Some of my rental properties already have appliances like refrigerators and dishwashers. I want to put into the lease that these units are just there as a courtesy, and the tenant is responsible for any repairs of re...

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...

My state recently started requiring the inclusion of a "Megan's Law" disclosure statement alerting prospective tenants that it is up to them to do a search for sexual predators in their neighborhoods and pointing them...

Wondering how you handle consumable supplies that you don't cover yourself. I'll be covering soap (dish, laundry, hand, dishwasher), toilet paper, paper towels, kitchen/small garbage bags coffee filters, scouring pads...

Hello everyone,I closed on my first property mid Feb, and am in the process of putting in an extra bedroom in the basement (has a separate door into the back yard) and building a wall down there to create a shared lau...

I have a SFR in a B class neighborhood, my first property.  Wondering how often you check-on/walk through/inspect your properties after they are rented?  My tenants have been in there about 3 months.  I have noticed s...

Hi everyone. I’m still kind of a newbie at this and just trying to see how everyone’s doing it. When you’re doing your routine inspection for a SFH, is it better to schedule your visit with the tenant being at home? O...

Good evening,
Do any of you include a list of deduction /costs /cleaning fees in your lease if not completed upon vacating or items left behind for example.
1. mattress and box spring $75
2. Stove cleaning $200
3....

NOW the 4-family building is using magnum fire alert 6000 I donot have the key to the box; it is making some bit of noise.. Called Magnum; they say it is an old model. What is a new good model to install? Cost...

I just got a Droid X last weekend. I've learned how to make calls, keep up on email and even post on Bigger Pockets. Now I'm looking at different apps. Any suggestions for apps you particularly like?