Jon Klaus
What's wrong with this floor?
I had a 13mm laminate floor installed about 6 weeks ago. The edges of the boards are turning up. I suspect the installer didn't give the flooring room to expand under the shoe molding. What do you think? Best fix?
Christopher B.
Tub surrounds: cost vs durability
I've searched every keyword(s) possible here at BP and while finding some info I wanted to get more insight. If there has already been a discussion that I didn't find feel free to post a link for me.
My duplex was bu...
Brandon Turner
The Best Before/After Photos!! (Post Yours, Too!)
Hey everyone! To celebrate the new ability to upload photos easily here on the forums, I'd like to start a "before/after" thread here on the site so people can post their favorite transformations!
This is Y...
Ben Stout
What Flooring Are You Using in 2015 For Rentals?
Over the years my preference in flooring has changed a lot. I started out with carpet, then moved to refinished hardwoods in older homes, then I started exclusively using Allure Vinyl Planks (glue ones). Now I'm not s...
Keri J Perez
Inspection report back on the "Very nicely renovated 4 unit"
Hello Everyone,I just wanted to get any advice and insight as to whether this deal is something we should pass on or still try to see what the seller will do before close to address these issues. This a property that ...
Garrett F Anderson
College Students vs. Families: Which is better to rent to?
As I am trying to figure out my real estate niche, I keep coming back to the discussion of whether I should rent to (or target) college students or families. To help me decide I was hoping to list the pros/ cons of e...
Roman Randall
Should I be physically visiting my LTR properties once a year?
I own two long-term rentals (single family homes) in Colorado. I haven't physically been inside either property for years; I've only driven by each house 1-2 a year. Each of the tenants are great, they always pay on t...
Greg Pratt
Security Deposit - items that can be deducted in MN
Hello,I own a duplex and I just recently had a tenant move out and now it's time to consolidate the security deposit and I had a few questions and suggestions on what items can and cannot be deducted in Minnesota. I ...
Wesley W.
Billing for minor damage to flooring
Hello All!So I had a turnover this week on a unit that, just two years ago, had brand new Pergo flooring installed. Upon move out there 2 places (in separate rooms) that have noticeable scratches at least 8 inches or...
Kevin Castaneda
1920s Rehab - Remove or Keep Planking Under Drywall
Hey BP friends,I'm rehabbing a 1920s house in San Antonio, Texas, that has shiplap planking covered by vinyl siding on the exterior and shiplap covered by drywall on the interior walls and ceiling.My family and I are ...