My family owns a 3-unit brownstone that has a boiler that is at least 60 years old. On a weekly basis, the first floor tenant checks the water sight to ensure there is enough water in the system and also flushes the s...

This is the nicest of my 23 STRs.  Built in 1911.  Rainwater gets into the cellar.  The gas hot water heater and the gas central heat unit are in the cellar.  There is a 110v sump pump down there.  It has failed from:...

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Does this sound right? Water heater from 2010 just stopped working. Tech says dust got into valve and killed it. Suggests new install for $1350, discourages $775 repair. Any advice or referrals welcome. Just...

I am looking for pointers for analyzing an 8 plex multi family property. What sort of questions and information is needed when talking to a seller?

I have a rental with one gas hot water heater for 4 apartments and looking into sub-metering vs RUBS. Any recommendations for one vs the other? RUBS would obviously be easier and cheaper. Is it commonly done in the ar...

I know people on BP in different markets will have different experiences than someone like me in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.  But instead of doing it myself, which I have done many times.  This time, I had a local plumbin...

Welcome to the comprehensive guide on quick fixes for common plumbing issues in rental properties. Plumbing problems can arise unexpectedly, causing inconvenience for both landlords and tenants. Let's explore simple, ...

Good day fellow members!  My family started the REI pathway late 2021 and has closed on 2 SFH, 1 pending SFH, and one 5-unit multi-family house.  Some details on the multi-unit located in Glenolden (SW suburb of Phila...

I had a investor whose property we manage recently inform me of a hot water tank install that was $1,100.  I was surprised to hear that as we get these installed for $600 to $750 (variance being size, gas or electric ...

I am buying a 3 family property for rentals but the heating system is oil with only one boiler supplying the heat and hot water to each unit. Can someone please advise if there is a way to have each tenant be responsi...