Hey guys, I'm pretty new to BP & learning about REI. I'm curious if, when starting out, you find it helpful to get a Real Estate License? Assuming this answer is situational upon which route someone decides to tak...

I am about 1 year into landlording my own properties and have a few questions on lease grace periods and what others have done. We have rent due on the 1st and then a grace period till when the late fees hit so some t...

Hello BP,I just purchased a SFR in Houston, Texas from a 'reputed' Wholesaler (double closing and I am not sure who is the seller is).- Closing went through title company and I purchased Title Insurance.- Special Warr...

Is there a sweet spot of bedrooms or baths that the average STR family needs.  Also what size of beds?  Is it worth it to get a queen vs. a double.  What is the most marketable kind of layout when it comes to bed and ...

Good Morning Everyone, I wanted to learn what other folks are using for tenant background, credit and criminal checks. Our current process is thru a website called Avail and that has been pretty smooth but the appli...

I'm thinking about looking into American Home Shield to warranty my appliances for my rental properties. Does anyone have any exposure to using a home warranty or home warranties similar to American Home Shield?

So a couple months ago I had a leak from an HVAC unit in one . the HVAC is over 30 years old... the leak was fixed but the water of course sat under the laminate wood floors and now I’m dealing with trying to repair t...

Few Quick questions on how to screen tenants..

What is a good website for background checks and credit check.

Also how long does it usually take to get the information?

Thank you

I have a tenant whom I found through a program which pays their security deposit and the first two months of rent.  She had at times complained about squirrels and mice and I sent the exterminator out anytime she cont...

Hello BP,I'm thankful for such a place where I can get experienced advice. Here's my situation. Rent is due on the first and my grace period is 3 days, so on the fourth its late. I haven't had a problem with any of my...