Hi. I am trying to estimate how much the water/ sewer bill will be for a duplex in Cleveland, OH  ( I have 2 duplexes currently in escrow)There is one meter for both units, so landlord is responsible for water bill. T...

Hey everyone!I've just finished rehab on one of my rental units in my first property.My first showing is this Friday evening, and I need some advice on screening potential tenants.I have gotten some pointers along the...

Hello short-term rental hosts!  What were some challenges growing your company?  We are currently running two units but will have 3 more by the end of the month.  What were some uphill battles that you faced while gro...

What is a good way or tool to analyze an area (crime, schools, cost of living, real estate laws, taxes) to narrow down the area I want to invest in?Background:I am new to BP and real estate investing and I'm starting ...

"Why do you want to live here?"

Finding out their motivation for renting your place provides essential clues into how long your prospect might stay. Asking this question can save you hundreds of dollars by...

I just got an email that sparkrent is closing its website to offer a "better experience" thru quick books. What are you currently using for online rent collection? And what do you like about it?

We are real estate developers, licensed in real estate and construction. We don't really work real estate as agents, other than to list and show our own properties, and purchase land for projects. Same with constructi...

Hey Guys -

@Brandon Turner and I were just talking and we wanted to reach out to you, our PRO Members, to get your feedback on improving BiggerPockets PRO.

As you probably know, we're always working t...

Here is how I typically handle rentals:1. I list them on the MLS and people go see them. When they are interested, their first question is how to apply. 2. Right now, I have to email them a blank pdf of the lease appl...

I have read through the numerous rental open house posts here on BP and didn't see this covered.  I will have approx. 20 copies of the application as well as 20 copies of what I'm calling "Important Lease Notes" where...