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I'm working on returning a security deposit and am having a hard time deciding what to do with damage to a water heater. I'm hoping those with more experience can shed some light on the decision. Purchased property ...
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I just found you guys, what a great community!I've been running a successful cabinet painting business in Raleigh, NC for the past 5 years or so and have seen varied advice and suggestions about how, when and when not...
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Hi, I had a tenant who recently moved out at the end of their lease and upon final walk through, we discovered that the townhouse has been completely destroyed beyond what the security deposit will cover. They were th...
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Hey guys,I’m currently looking to put an offer in on a multi-family. The way it’s laid out is a SFH(2+1)plus a studio on one lot. As of now I believe all utilities are on one set of meters. So based on that scenario I...
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I just recently closed on a property in Colorado Springs with a single family home on the front lot which we are going to use for a long term rental. We are currently converting the 1200 sq foot space above the 3 car...
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BP Community,I am seeking information and guidance from the wealth of experience we have available here. I am fairly new to the real estate investing game and am constantly trying to learn more. Here is where I need...
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I am looking to close on my first property in the next month and trying to finalize a few details. The current leases do not go into much detail on how the current property manager handles non-separated utilities so ...
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Does anyone have suggestions on the type of paint they recommend for use in rental properties? Low maintenance and durability are my goals. Just starting out with my first rehab! Thanks BP family!
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We have purchased a shopping center with 20+ tenants. They are on NNN leases. The leases do not specify landlord has to handle fire exit batteries, bulbs, etc. The leases actually say the tenant is responsible for kee...
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Looking for advice from hosts on this. One of our listings is rural (next to our ranch house) and we have experienced a few power outages recently due to lightning storms. Ranging from 1 hr to overnight in one case...