I want to keep a close eye on my properties, but at the same time, I don't want to annoy my tenants. I'd like to develop a standard checklist that I use quarterly or biannually at each property, but I'm not quite sure...

I own a 5 unit apartment building in Berkeley, CA. A long term tenant wants to play the role of onsite manager. She claims that the laundry room and trash cans needs upkeep.She offered this service to get some discoun...

The townhouse I recently purchased was the model unit for the entire complex and the contractors converted the garage to an office/den with a window and an exterior entrance. I currently am house-hacking and have two ...

Hello Everyone!I'm about a 13 days from closing on the 7 unit in San Diego and I'm starting to look for an insurance company for the building.  I wanted to know if any of you have suggestions on what to look for and t...

Hey BP! I recently purchased a 4-family in an okay area of St. Louis and with the building I've inherited 4 tenants. A month into ownership, a few neighbors started complaining about the neighbor from one of the units...

Often I'm asked what are some of the tasks my property manager should perform for me as an owner/customer? Some of the tasks depend on the management agreement, but an important tasks are occupied property visits, and...

I'm curious what methods other landlords use to collect rent each month.I like collecting rent in person each month because I get to see my tenants and make sure the property is in good order.  But as I grow with more...

Tenant fraud is a pressing issue that continues to rise in prominence within the real estate industry, presenting a considerable threat to landlords who may find themselves ensnared in deceptive schemes. As a landlord...

Tenant fraud is a pressing issue that continues to rise in prominence within the real estate industry, presenting a considerable threat to landlords who may find themselves ensnared in deceptive schemes. As a landlord...