Our pool is about to be done here in FL. Want to make sure we have all the boxes checked safety wise before we open it up this season. A few questions. Are you using alarms on your doors that lead outside to the pool?...

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So, I'm updating my safety rules that I have all my tenants sign prior to moving in my units and was wondering if there are other items I should add?

(Not in order)

1) Check and Replace Smoke Alarms every 6 ...

Property is in California - My tenants have expressed safety concerns with a free standing pergola in my rental backyard (not attached to the house). If I demo the pergola, am I obligated to replace or rebuild it for ...

Hi everyone,I just recently received a building code violation summons from the city of Chicago and had a question.  Do I have to appear in person or if I can have a family member represent me on my behalf and/or just...

I reside in my owner occupied duplex and rent out the other side.  The back door has windows that, when broken, would allow access to the interior thumb latch deadbolt.  Thus, someone wanting to break in could easily ...

We're purchasing a SFR 3BR in the Fort Worth area (near Carter Park) and have the option of having all electric, or upgrading to nat. gas water heater, range, laundry, and HVAC.

We're planning on holding for ...

We would really like to talk to someone familiar with Redford, Michigan and it's vacant home registration.  We're buying a house in Redford and the sellers received a vacant home notice.  It's not the vacant home fee ...

Question: does anyone know if there are Fannie/Freddie, FHA or VA rules that require a forced air system to be ducted to all parts of the house? Or is there a standard that allows non-ducted registers for 2nd floor ar...

Hi! I need your help!
We flipped a house that had some electrical done prior to us taking over.
House is now under contract and we wanted to get the electrical work done permitted for our peace of mind. We did just...

I am not sure how to phrase this question, the county record for a rental I am selling is incorrect, it does not have the correct square footage for a permitted addition, and the number of bedrooms is listed as three ...