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Ryan G. Landlord ? for CA Rental with util included
26 August 2019 | 4 replies

I have a SFR with 2 units. There is only 1 meter for utilities at this property so utilities are included in the monthly rent. I have verbiage in the signed lease as follows:

Utilities – Reasonable utilities are in...

Josh Spears Creating a basement apartment without applying for ADU/Permits
31 January 2023 | 14 replies

Hello everyone,long time patron, first time posting. I have a question regarding a building I’m currently house hacking . 
I live in a 3 unit in the bronzeville area with an unfinished basement that I want to convert...

Prakash B. Tenant is stealing electricity
1 May 2018 | 16 replies

Hello BP Folks,I have a section 8 tenant which i inherited from the previous owner. She has been causing lot of problems and her lease is set to expire in end of July. I found out from other tenants that she tampered ...

Kim Parker Basement to studio conversion questions
11 November 2022 | 6 replies

Hi there, I am in contract to close in 3 weeks on our second investment property—yay! It has some unique features that I’m really excited about. I had a few questions and hoping for some experienced wisdom. Thanks in ...

Quincy Freeman Pre-wire CAT6 or CAT7
11 June 2019 | 10 replies

Hello, I am sort of new to bigger pockets, and I have a self-serving question. I am curious to understand why new development or even rehabs aren't being pre-wired for internet or smart home setups? I am a Low Volta...

Timothy Vance How to manage sound between duplex units?
26 July 2022 | 5 replies

I own a two-story duplex that was originally built in 1938. One unit occupies the entire 2nd floor, and the other unit occupies the entire 1st floor. I'm househacking now. I try to be quiet for my tenants above me, an...

Julie Huynh Newbie- tips for learning about off market listings in Bay Area
9 October 2017 | 2 replies

It's amazing that this wonderful forum exist to exchange ideas and questions between those with experience and novices. I've already learned more than ever just reading through the forum. As for myself, I'm trying to ...

Ross Bowman House-hacking with a bitcoin farm
25 August 2021 | 49 replies

Not sure why BP deleted my previous post - seems like the definition of an innovative strategy. TLDR: I cover my mortgage with a small bitcoin mining farm. Let me know if you have any questions. 

Allyson Straka Splitting Heat in a Multi-Family Unit
2 March 2021 | 9 replies

Hey everyone,We recently looked at a 5 unit rental property in Allentown, Pa. The landlord was paying for the heat due to there only being 3 meters and the rents were low for the area. With us being newer to real esta...

John A. Separating Gas Lines For Tenants To Pay?
19 March 2013 | 7 replies

I'm looking to purchase an 18-unit apartment building. I am trying to find ways to reduce my gas bill. Can I split the gas lines and have my tenants pay it? How would this procedure work and would I really need a boil...