Hello Everyone! This is my first time posting, hopping to get some clarity. How do you accurately charge for repairs, cleaning, damages and labor for things you do yourself verse highering someone when your tenant mov...

I live and own one side of a duplex and intend to move and keep it as rental property when it is paid off.  The back section of the roof is shared with no division, just one continuous roof.  Over a year ago, I notice...

How do you know if you need to gut the project and put in new sheetrock ?

Last year I utilized Patch of Land to refinance a loan and ended up with a loan by Cohen Financial a Division of Sun Trust. The rates were relatively high but I was in a pinch to do a refi so I went with it. 
Everyth...

First, let me take the opportunity to thank the BP community for the incredible (free) education I am receiving.

I have a question on the payouts from crowdfunding opportunities. How is that income taxed? It may ve...

California landlords can now enjoy streamlined maintenance and cost savings thanks to AB 2622.
Signed into law in September 2024, AB 2622 raises the threshold for unlicensed contracting work from $500 to $1,000...

So we're getting ready to move. I've looked over our old lease and we seem to be okay. However, we've lived in this unit for almost 8 years, and the wear and tear is definitely more than yearly tenants. I know our pre...

I would appreciate some input on an old 60s bathroom.  It is a rental apartment and I am reworking some plumbing behind the walls.This is a picture of the bathroom.  As you can see ugly teal 4" ceramic wall tiles, whi...

Not sure what to do with this fireplace for my current rehab - any ideas would be appreciated.Best, -John

I have some fairly minor cracks in the basement ceiling of my 1970's home. The ceiling type is popcorn. I have read that it's normal for older homes to settle over time, creating some cracks. How should I go about sea...