Chris Rosenberg
Philadelphia due diligence period and contingencies
Hello BP. I am looking to purchase my first piece of property, a small multifamily in Philadelphia. I spoke to a real estate agent today who informed me that there is no due diligence period in Philadelphia. Maybe ...
Eric T.
News: HOA threatens jail time on color of backyard play set
Just ran across this news story and thought how ridiculous it is. I have seen many threads on BP that had mention bad things about HOA. This is a real good example. Makes me mad when thinking about how other want to c...
Chanitnan K.
Is it better to have all prospective tenant fill out application form?
This Nolo article says asking prospective tenants to fill out written applications can protect you from lawsuits filed by irate applicants that you rejected as tenants. I don't quite understand how. If you understa...
Ellie Ryan
In need of design help?
Are you looking at a property that's in need a face lift? Maybe you're an investor that loves making deals but interior/exterior design is just not your forte. I'm here to help!I am an aspiring interior designer looki...
David Gonzalez
Direct Marketing Questions
Hello BPer's!I have given much thought to using Direct Marketing to market my Property Management Business and have decided to pull the trigger!I am looking to design and send out a Postcard design to a group of Renta...
Jennifer McElliott
Average Costs
Hi Snohomish Folks,Can anyone give me ballpark figures on costs for cosmetic remodels that they've done in the Lake Stevens (or Everett/Marysville) area? I'm in contract for a duplex in the area and it will require n...
Jason Krawitz
How would you handle this?
Good afternoon! It's been a couple weeks since I've posted. My rental property is now cleaned up and I've had 2 showings with another set for tomorrow. Today, however, I received a call from someone in Texas that soun...
Jane A.
Safety Rules for Tenants
Your input is needed! Please contribute into safety rules I am about to send to my tenants. The goal is to decrease the liability. Thank you!HOME SAFETY RULESFor residents of (address)______________________________...
Isaiah Matsumura
Fake Credit Report?! Tenant Screening in Houston, TX
I have a SFR for rent and realized that an applicant's Credit Report was completely fraudulent! The applicant's realtor sent over a TransUnion credit report that looked fine to the eye... but when I hit ctrl+A, I saw...
Account Closed
Tips and Tricks only learned the hard way?
Anyone care to share some pro tips and tricks they have had to learn the hard way? These can be suggestions are life experiences that are worth sharing so no one would unknowingly go through the same thing.