My tenant is moving out soon. Her lease states that the place has to be left in the same condition as it was when moved in. To avoid any issues later when she is out and its time to give the deposit back I wanted to s...

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 ...

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...

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...

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...

Hey BP!  I'm crazy excited to get into my 2nd rental duplex at the end of this month, which will also be my first house hack for my wife and I!  The first duplex I purchased came with tenants (who've been great) and h...

Hey everyone,

what do you use in your rentals? Carpet which would need to be replaced each time? Or linoleum or pergo which would sustain several renters?

Thanks!

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 ...

I allowed a tenant to have pets (3 small dogs), with a pet deposit of $300. He was the first tenant in a newly renovated unit with refinished wood floors. After several visits in which I found feces on the floor, a gr...

I'm in my first house hack in Dana Point, CA. With many of us are in quarantine we have the time but may not have the money. What are some good ways to increase the value of your home without spending the big bucks? I...