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If you had one suggestion that you wish you knew when you were first starting out, what would it be?
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After the thread by a certain member here talking about selling junk properties to owner occupants and how much of a favor he was doing them because landlords rent properties in even worse condition I thought I'd shar...
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I’ve been looking for a duplex to do my first house hack, but everything is so expensive and the market is uncertain. I have a vacant lot in Fort Worth, Tx and have been thinking about building a modular duplex. Modul...
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As many of you know, we were building new spec construction in the coastal areas of Orange County for the past 4-5 years, and had the opportunity to build some beautiful homes. My husband unexpectedly passed away a ye...
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🔨 Below are some methods I have used to help tenant proof rental properties I have in Omaha, Nebraska. Of course the number 1 way to tenant proof your property is to screen applicants thoroughly. However what are some...
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Stockton Rental Market – From the Renters Perspective.A few months ago I acquired seven additional units in Stockton, CA. Most of these units are, in my opinion under-rented. After I get them stabilized I plan to brin...
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Those of you who have been landlords for years, what have been some of your game changers so to speak? craigslist? kwikset smart key locks? online tenant screening?
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I have been looking into my first investment property as a buy and hold rental. I started doing some sample simulations of potential properties to get a better understanding of how to analyze a profitable investment a...
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So I have a two BR townhouse and for the past year I have had two great tenants with absolutely no issues. These are the first tenants I have ever had. We will call them 1 and 2. Well, 1 decides she wants to move out ...
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My tenant Lulu called me couple months ago to tell me she was moving out. Lulu has been there for one year so the lease term was no problem. I sent her a move out checklist. The end of the month came and Lulu showe...