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Tenant Death
I just discovered that one of my tenants passed away. Luckily (for me) not in one of my units, but this did get me thinking, someone has likely had this happen IN their unit. I'm curious to hear about the cleanup pr...
Harman N.
Soundproofing between units
Hi all,I'm building a unit in the garage of my duplex. Does anyone have any tips on how to create maximum soundproofing between upstairs and downstairs, whether it's using certain materials or certain construction tec...
Josh Gibson
Improvements with tenant in place
Hi,Looking for some advice. I currently have a tenant in a duplex that I acquired about a year ago. Nice older lady (72) on fixed income. I am her 3rd landlord in 15 years. When I bought the place she was on a month t...
Karen Bloom
Dilemma: sell retail or wholesale?
Hi everyone, I have a bit of a dilemma and thought I would solicit some advice if you would be willing. I have a house that we lived in in the Memphis area. When we moved there, it was the top of the market (2007). ...
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Kitchen remodel necessary?
I just purchased a rental property, and am working with my property manager to determine what repairs we should do on one of the units before renting out. This unit in particular isn't in the best shape: 10 year old ...
Gary Freidman
Looking for Pest Control Company
I have had trouble finding a reliable pest control company for mice and general bugs like roaches. Does anyone have any recommendations? I own on the southside of Chicago. Part of the issue is that I think one of the ...
Patrick McKee
Indiana Multifamily Market
We purchased some multifamily units in Indianapolis last year and are now considering an acquisition in the Lafayette market. Does anyone have experience with investments in this tertiary location? It seems that Pur...
Brad Boone
Paper Floors
Anyone try this?? Looks like to might hold up well with all the coats of stain.
Roy Mitle
getting renters in as soon as possible
HiI am in contract for my 1st property - a townhome. super excited. Thanks to BP members for giving me courage to make this step. Not closed but fingers crossed.Now, the question a) is there any good blog/post showing...
Jeff B.
Questions on returning security deposit
I have a tennant that is scheduled to move out at the end of September. They have been in the house for 16 months and part of their rent has been a $50 monthly charge for 2 pets ($25 each). When they move out, I wil...