I bought a Defiant brand 5 pin deadbolt (keyed on one side) at HD for $10, but I was just researching online and it was recommended only to use 6 or 7 pin locks because 5 pins can be picked, so I'll probably be return...

Rehabbing a 1930's bungalow. There is tile present on the walls of the dining room, which is the most central room of the first floor. The tile is in decent shape.Creeping on my rehab budget and would prefer to not de...

So after months of looking I finally offered and had a contract accepted on my first duplex.  It is in the Columbus, Ohio area in a B quiet neighborhood with duplexes (don't have much info on comps because people have...

My investment partner and I are under contract on a 42 unit apartment building. Built in the early 80s and very little to no capital improvements since then, the property currently sits at about 50% occupancy. As we'r...

I am on contract with my first property and just got the inspection report back. This will be my first investment property and I am not sure how to handle all of the suggestions from the inspector. Want to hear from y...

Hi all,What percentage/fees does your property management company charge for FULL-Service management of your vacation home? Emphasis on "full-service management" where you are completely hands-off and only collect a c...

I need to replace a refrigerator for a tenant that i think may stay in house for a long time.  Instead of just buying some $500 fridge has anyone proposed to give the tenant a $500 stipend to purchase a fridge of thei...

Feb 20, 2009: Two questions one in, one out:

Security door: the men who installed my security bars yesterday (Thurs) also removed, painted, and reinstalled the (Home Depot) security doors. I say HD because they are r...

I am in the process of renovating a rental property and I need to replace eight windows upstairs and one window in the basement.I have contacted four contractors to come on Monday and Tuesday to provide a price for in...