James Free
Is this multifamily a pig?
Ben Leybovich has written plenty about the folly of investing in pigs (https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2015/03/0...).I am wondering if the deal below qualifies. It certainly does on purchase price, and perhap...
Libo L.
My tenant may be skipping town.
Hi, fellow landlords.What options do I have if I sense my tenants are skipping town for "a good job" in another state without paying the current month's rent and with several more months left on the lease? I though I ...
Account Closed
Google's Playa Vista purchase and appreciation
Hey BP!Here in Southern California, Google has made a significant purchase of 12 acres of empty land in Playa Vista, CA for $120MM. You can read about this move in a Dec '14 LA Times article here: http://www.latimes.c...
Griffin Doninger
Tenant ESA Accommodation
Tenant allowed to have 3 ESA dogs??Hello Everyone, I’ve got a tricky situation that I cannot find a straight answer on:Is a tenant allowed to have 3 ESA dogs?The tenant is qualified, and has a hearing disability. They...
Erik K.
Do your own tenant screening?
Hello everyone,Lots of tenant application/screening services can be seen using a Google search. There are so many that I'm deadlocked due to the excessive freedom of choice! Plus, there are no trustworthy reviews of t...
Eric Li
How to discourage tenants from breaking lease early in CA?
Hey everyone, I could use your help and advice on how to discourage tenants from breaking their leases early.Context: I own a single family home in Oakland and rent out 3 of the 4 bedrooms. So far, my net vacancy rate...
Emory Clayton
Require occupants 18+ years or older to fill out application?
I'm trying to understand the reasons....pros/cons.... to requiring occupants 19+ years or older to fill out application? In my state you have to be 19+ years of age or older to enter into a legally binding contract. I...
Christopher Johanson
Does GOOD photography enhance potential rent income?
I've always believed the old phrase "You can't catch anything, if you don't get any bites." I'm curious as to see if anybody has any feedback on use of photography. I personally do semi-professional photography as a s...
Doug Wade
Venice Florida Area STR
Looking all over Florida for an area that appeals to my wife and I. Currently looking at Venice Fl. We understand that it is an area for a lot of retirees. It is Somewhere about and hour south of Sarasota. Not necessa...
Rob Bianco
Long Vacancy in Raytown, MO
About a year ago I picked up a fourplex about half a mile down the road from Robinson Elementary School in Raytown, MO. All units are 2 bed / 1 bath at 850 sqft. I've had a tough time filling a vacancy since September...