How do you determine what normal wear and tear is when giving a tenant their deposit back?  I always have my properties cleaned and if needed, painted before a new tenant moves in. When they move out, the walls are al...

Hey everyone, for anyone starting out I just wanted to give some information and knowledge about how I got my first contract signed. Not closed yet! But signed! Inspection is going on this Saturday.Since the end of 20...

Now using the de minimis/routine maintenance safe harbors instead of bonus depreciation for appliances, carpet and the like. I don't understand why my taxes go up a few bucks when I change move an item (a kitchen appl...

Hi there,I've read several forum posts about noise complaints and everyone's feedback has been really helpful.  That said, I'm not sure how to go about resolving this issue...Both our upstairs and downstairs tenants m...

I know the general rule of thumb is that you put aside 35% of your rental income for repairs/maintenance. Is there ever a point where you don't need to set it aside anymore? Common sense would tell me no because thing...

Any investors in the Charlotte area or bigger city areas that own and rent condos.Is there any way to structure a lease that has a set rent amount but the tenants pay the HOA fees so that if the fee were to change or ...

Good afternoon BiggerPockets family,I hope you're having a beautiful day! An opportunity has arrived for me to get the Airbnb world. My friend has put me in charge of hosting his entire home on Airbnb! Due to location...

Looking to hire a property management company to manage my duplex, which I have been managing since 2018. Just wondering what to look for and ask before hiring? What are reasonable prices/fees to manage a duplex? 

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I am looking to buy my first rental property within the next year. I've been researching quite a bit the past few months to learn about the different factors involved when evaluating properties. I came acro...

Hello I just rented out a duplex and in the lease I have this clause : Appliances: The appliances have been supplied in complete working order. Appliances included are a refrigerator, stove, dishwasher and microwave. ...