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So first 4 family property owner here. I purchased last month and just got my first electric and gas bill. Let's just say wallet shock doesnt cover it. To break down the tldr, apparently I used 23.59 in gas last month...
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Hello BP world. I currently own a 3 unit rental property in Cincinnati that I house Hack. Bought the triplex in late 2021 and have fully renovated two of the three units. Currently am working on renovating the 3rd uni...
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Hello, (Not Selling a product, simply need advice) This is my first official post on this forum. I have posted this same question on another forum as well. I wanted to get started early with my questions and not wast...
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I am closing on my first property and received some valuable information from the general home inspector. I am looking for feedback on whether any of these key issues are serious enough to get out of the contract. I h...
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Old Portland duplex with single water line. Have owned many years and always wanted to add a second line but the cost.Would you EVER consider spending $17,800 to save $2493 per year in water cost? We do know that wat...
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I wonder if you buy a separate flood insurace for your rental properties. I have rental properties in Tampa, Atlanta and Las Vegas. I do not worry about Las Vegas, but flood is a threat to my houses in Atlanta and T...
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This is for Chicago landlords with 3 flats. I just received my water bill and it has doubled. I'm billed every two months so presumably I have a meter, but all my bills say estimated. Since I've owned the building (la...
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I had a purchase contract with the Bank of America on a house. They "cancelled" the purchase contract and told me I am not getting my deposit back. They are not in a strong position legally, but they will likely be ...
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I have a 4 plex ready to go. Two units are year round, two are mid term. I have been having a heck of a time finding insurance. My insurance agent tried Allstate but they said all units need to be occupied before they...
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BP:I'm about 4 months in to owning my first two SFH's with carryover tenants. Thus far, we have had a great working relationship. I purposely staggered the leases to expire 2 months apart, and I made them shorter so t...