Hi all,

I just recently purchased a 4-unit property in the Merrimack Valley area of Massachusetts.

My plan is to owner occupy one unit and rent out the other 3.

As closing approaches I am thinking of ideas on how t...

Hi all -We have our first investment property under contract, with an estimated close date of Aug. 12th.  The property has current tenants, which have expressed interest to stay.  Their current lease expires Aug. 15th...

Hi BP,I JUST BOUGHT A 10 UNIT APARTMENT BUILDING!! NOW WHAT DO I DO TO TRANSITION??I am closing on my biggest property yet (10 units) on October 15th. I am uncertain as to the exact steps to follow when you transition...

We are almost done fixing up our first rental property and aim to have it rented ASAP. It's a 1920's bungalow in a very trendy neighborhood in Tampa and we want top rent for it (of course). I've listened to all of the...

So, I have an applicant for an apartment that I'm renting that will pay for one years' rent up front.It's not an internet scam, I actually met this person. They live two houses away in a 1 bedroom and want a two bedro...

I think its pretty safe to say that most people have their own opinion on the level of screening that tenants require in their market. Most people would run a credit check and possibly a background check.

Personally,...

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I was at a graduation recently where the commencement speaker announced future plans for each of the Math graduates as they received their diplomas. As I expected, many were headed to ...

We are all familiar with issues related to service animals (specially trained and certified dogs) and assistance animals (such as emotional support animals of any species or breeds).This post suggests a compromise res...

Hi Everyone,I have a potential tenant who has a 529 credit score, and 6 accounts in collections ($4k total). They earn 3x+ in income, no felonies, no evictions.The credit score would normally mean I would deny the app...