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OMG WERE HAS BP BEEN ALL MY LIFE!!! I just want to start off by thanking the founders of BP because you people have literally changed my mindset and future with the invaluable information this site provides. With that...
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Hello BP community!I'm in a whirlwind this week, and in some research this evening, i found this site and found a lot of good information and context for my thinking/planning. mostly i am looking for a sounding board...
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As a Chicago landlord, I've noticed many local apartment listings that ask for a non-refundable move-in fee instead of a security deposit. I suspect this is partially due to Chicago's strict laws regarding security...
Question for you all.We had a couple move in to a one bedroom unit we have. They have been there for two months. Two days ago, I got a call from them saying there is mold on their furniture in the bedroom, the window ...
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We are in the process of trying to close on a property in Cape Coral and obviously have been put on pause with the hurricane. What are the thoughts on how the area will be able to bounce back from a tourism standpoi...
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I'm running out of space in my house. Rather than get a bigger house, I'm looking for clever ways to organize my stuff. What's your best small-living hack?
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Everyone is going to find this crazy, but my experience has been excellent using this screening method.
I never have a potential tenant or borrower fill out an application. I never obtain a credit report. I never do ...