Hello all,So, one of our small multi-family properties (fourplex) is in a section of town that has "turned" a bit since we purchased it in 2015.  Specifically, there are two tenant households that live in two nearby p...

I own a few basic rental units and one of my tenants recently moved out. I withheld a portion of the tenant's security deposit in part for pet-related carpet cleaning and deep carpet cleaning, which were arguably n...

As a Host, do you supply cleaning supplies for your cleaner (bleach, soap, detergent, etc)? What about vacuums, buckets, brooms, mops?

Does anyone have any tips for cleaning dryer vents from the exterior of buildings?  I typically clean out the vents using a 12' brush from the inside of each unit in my small multis.  Simple job, but its a huge pain p...

How do you guys clean these? Do you have a cleaning company go in only after turn over and the traveler has to clean while they are there for the month or 3 months? Or do you guys schedule a cleaning company to come b...

After one removes the drywall and air dries the wood frame, what substance do you spray on wood frame, floors, etc. to prevent mold and kill other nasty things? Bleach?

We are in the last days of the due diligence period for a great house where, unfortunately, the owners smoked inside for about 12 years. The smell is apparent, at least to non-smokers like us. We really want the deal ...

I am looking for a referral for a good, aggressively priced cleaning service that accepts credit cards (only, no cash/check) in Chicago. I have some units coming online that need their first post-construction cleaning...

HI,So, I've finally decided to get serious about purchasing a vacation rental home. My family has taken a trip almost every year and have booked on VRBO with great success. Time for me to get into the real estate game...

Those of you who are in the cities where Airbnb withholds TOT know that the tax applies to cleaning fees as well. That line by itself can be $700 per year for an average property in coastal Southern California. It's u...