Jennifer W.
IP security camera
I want to us ip camera on parking lot or vacant units. I have questions for viewing and recording.1. Do I need to pay to get static ip address? If there are other options, I do not want to pay for static IP2. Can I us...
Megan Deppe
WiFi tools for self managing STR’s from a distance
When you are setting up your STR to be able to self manage from afar, what kinds of WiFi tools to you like to use? Thinking of things like keypad door entry, thermostats, fire detectors, water leak alarms... which W...
DAVID GAGE
Whats the best security system for personal residence?
I'm looking to get a new security system for my personal residence and was wondering if anyone could recommend what systems the best. I've thought about installing it myself but wasn't sure if its cost effective or sh...
Curt Bixel
Preventing burglary and squatters at a short term rental
Recently, I had a break in at a short term rental I have in Columbus, Ohio. The unit had only been vacant for two days when someone kicked in the back door. I was lucky notice the break in quickly, as I just happene...
Hisashi N.
AC Theft Protection during tenant vacancy
Hi BP folks,I own and manage handful SFRs and recently had a AC outside unit stolen from a vacant SFR after the previous tenant had moved out. I had a same problem before when rehabbing other SFR and put a cage on it...
Roger Simons
For rooms without windows, do any of you rent them for storage?
The smaller the storage area the more money people generally get. So that got me thinking about areas of a house that can't be rented to a tenant. Like if there are no windows, no air circulation, no fire exits, etc...
Pavan Krishna
Security during the tenant turn-over
Hi,I'm a long-distance landlord. I've a house in San Jose bay area and live out of state. After the last tenants vacated, I spend 2 weeks at this house, got it all fixed up, engaged a tenant placement service and re...
Albert Johnson
Potential Property Damage
I have a rental that has a few units on the property. There are two gates to enter on the property. Recently a few cows entered the property due to the gates being left open. I took pictures of the cows footprints le...
Sam Leon
laundry room lights
I have a duplex that I am getting ready for rental.
Each unit has its own laundry room, each laundry room has its own door, entrance lock, and inside is that unit's own washer, dryer, a utility sink, hot wate...
Rodneisha White
Managing new build break ins
Hello BP community. I just finished my first build. 3/2 single family home. The area that I built in is an up and coming area and sadly has a higher than ideal crime rate. To make a long story short, someone kicked i...