Kaybreh Mathis
Questions about Insuring My Properties
Hello! My husband and I are just jumping into real estate. We are set to close soon on two properties with 17 units between them. We were unable to purchase them under a LLC, so they will be in our names. I’ve gotten ...
Scott Jensen
First Tenant Turnover Without a Property Manager
Hi Everyone,Looks like I have my first tenant turnover without a Property Manager. Any thoughts on my listing before I activate it?https://6964sunsetave.tenantcloud.com/listing/134258You guys are amazing, thanks for ...
Steve Nowak
Prohibiting smoking in condos
I own and rent out a condo unit, and also serve on the condominium's governing Board. A few years ago, we changed the rules to prohibit smoking in common areas, including exclusive-use common areas such as patios. T...
Cliff T.
How do I do this the right way? MLS and Option to Purchase
Hi all and THANKS in advance :)I've got a client/friend who prefers to sell with owner financing. I would normally take over this property and do a lease option with it. However, the HOA is at capacity for rental unit...
Douglas Chasse
First time CT landlord looking for any helpful advice?
I am finally closing on my first rental property this week. I wanted to seek out advice about leases , security deposits , choosing tenants, etc. The property is in Southington CT and I will be self managing for now....
Chris B.
Declaring service animals / emotional support animals prior to signing the lease
I've converted to being a pet friendly landlord. It seems over the past few years that 75% of the applicants have pets so it makes sense to do so. Conversion of flooring to accommodate this is expensive and I charge...
Justin Johnson
Denial of Potential Tenant Application
I have just had two applicants that one does not meet my criteria, and the second does but the situation sounds very fishy and suspicious. They have both used my Apartments.com listing to submit an application for th...
Jeff J.
Increase deposit for smokers?
We just got done turning around an apartment vacated by a heavy smoker. We had to wash (to get rid of the tar) and paint the whole apartment and use an ozone machine to help get rid of the smoke smell among other ...
Steve Rozenberg
How to Prevent an Eviction
How to avoid the problem tenant and the inevitable eviction. First always make sure that you have strict policies and procedures on screening your tenants. And more importantly make sure that you follow them.Always do...
Account Closed
Investing in VA Beach
Hey, I'm looking to purchase my third property in the Hampton Roads area. I own two single family homes in Portsmouth, VA (3 Bed / 2 Bath and 4 Bed / 2.5 Bath) and was considering Norfolk, Chesapeake, or preferably VA...