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We are looking at a 4 unit property. It's a great deal, great area, and would be great cash flow, but there has been a smoker in there for 60 years (owner). His unit is very smoke damaged, and 2/3 other...
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Cigarette smoke can be a big problem in a lot of homes. While I'm sure it is not nearly as bad as it used to be, getting rid of the scent can be a massive pain. Recently a client of mine expressed interest in a small ...
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Hey fellow BP'ers...I've done some rehab work, but never cigarette smoke.I have the potential for a VERY nice short sale deal on a duplex in a decent neighborhood. It will need much rehab to begin with, but it's been...
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I have a 3 bedroom condo that was rented out for 2 years to a tenant. After an inspection, I noticed that there is a strong smell of cigarette smoke. Now they have moved out, but the smell lingered. How do I get that ...
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Do you allow pets in your short term rentals? There is good justification whether yes or no. We find it works for us in the summer season but it depends on your risk tolerance as pets can significantly damage your pro...
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My newly purchase house has a Cigarette smoke from the previous owner. Ozone treatment and duct cleaning is done, it helped but still smoke is there. Next step is I am moving to get house paint with Zinsser or Kilz pr...
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If you are wondering what pets do to the central AC units, here is something a little more than just speculation.I have a triplex, where each unit has the same exact central AC handlers and condensers and same age.Dec...
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Do you get pictures from your cleaners after every stay? I currently pay a premium price for my turnovers for a local cleaning company that specializes in STRs. They are there on time reliably, do a good job managing ...
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Hey everyone,I am looking at duplex this afternoon being sold by a guy who was living in the 1st floor unit and renting out the top unit (house hack). In 2016 the door to the top unit was kicked in by the DEA busting...
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It's an early 80s home and a major mess. There's old cat feces everywhere, noticeable urine stains, scratched up walls, black mold on the walls, rotten window sills, doors made out of wood and chicken wire that appare...