Hi,I have my first rental unit up on Zillow and have already been getting bombarded with interest. What is the best way to affordably screen applicants? Any advice on things that are helpful to include in the applicat...

I believe it's crucial not to require an application before viewing a unit. My timeline for turning over vacancies is strictly four weeks, which is the maximum acceptable period between a tenant moving out and the arr...

[moderators: sorry I posted this by mistake on the Commercial Real Estate forum and then reposted here. Could you please delete the one on the Commercial forum]

So far, I have been having the tenants pay the holding ...

Do most landlords have the prospective tenants pay for the tenant screening service, or is it a shared expense?  With pricing ranging from $19.95 to almost $45.00, that could get pricey if the landlord covers the cost...

What do you think of the video and how would you handle it in Vancouver, WA?Youtube Video

Okay so I know I can't charge a fee for this in MA (so stupid) HOWEVER can I have an intermediary charge a fee? For example can I tell them I only accept credit reports done by a specific company? I don't want to pay ...

I work with my local Community Youth Services program providing 2 apartments for them and I do seminars for kids at risk preparing to enter the rental market.  One of the client counselors sent me this question this w...

I am looking to get into real estate investing. I have seen a lot of videos and read a few books that explain a lot of aspects to real estate investing. The one area I cannot find a lot of good information on is aroun...

Do you allow a potential renter to review lease before viewing or submitting an application?

Hey!New to biggerpockets and looking into purchasing my first rental investment property. Curious what tools people use to manage multiple properties. Specifically:- Do you have a separate checking account for your in...