Jason Mak
How much in turnover costs to you recover from security deposit?
Wanted to survey all the multifamily managers out there and ask them how much of the actual unit turnover costs do you deduct from the tenant security deposit?For example, typically if a tenant leaves the unit in good...
Bruce L.
Can I deduct from Security Deposit?
Hi guys,So my tenant just moved out of the place and wanted to get your feedback as far as what you all think is reasonable to deduct.Above are the pictures of damages caused by the tenant.Before Move-InDuringMove Out...
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...
Jonathan Johnson
What are municipal fees? 100-unit help.
Hello BP,I am looking at a 100-unit apartment complex (2 buildings) and I'm wondering about some of the utilities they have in their books.Are municipal fees just sewer? A simple google just said sewer and trash, but ...
Martin Cozzi
How to best handle insurance claim for flooding (cracked pipe)?
Hi,I found out that last night a pipe broke in the bathroom of my house while I was traveling out of the country. A friend happened to stop by to check on the house and saw water coming out from every wall of the hous...
Julian L.
Sewage came up from the toilet, is it me or the HOA responsible?
There has been a major plumbing issue in my condo, since I bought it in early 2015. I have witnessed at least 2 other units with severe water damage because of the plumbing in common areas. Could this be a case of HOA...
Jim Peret
WisconsinLegal Blank
I use Wisconsin Legal Blank rental Agreement (form 19) and sometimes also use their Nonstandard Rental Provisions (form 984). Are they the best for small Landlords? What's the best way to split up snow removal and lan...
Anil Thomas
Question about tenant damage to hardwood floors
Hello BP community,Wanted to get your advice about repairs to our rental:We have just had our first tenant move out of our rental home. The tenant had put a plant pot on the hard wood floor on the first floor which c...
Todd G.
Rental Fire - are insurance proceeds taxed?
Rent house burned down. It was a total lose. Insurance money was paid out and I'm coming out ahead by $40,000. Will I need to pay taxes on the gain next year? If so, is there a way to avoid paying taxes?
Michael Maliszesky
What pet fees are typical?
I'm currently setting up the terms for the rental agreement for a house. I've never delt with pet fees before, but my potential tenants have 2 dogs. I know some people charge pet fees, additional deposits, and additio...