Do you charge mandatory minimum cleaning fees ( stipulate it in the lease) and apply against the deposit when the tenant moves out? If so, how much? My apartments have all tile floors, so there is no carpet to tear ou...

Hi , I Just bought my First Investment property with tenants in place. Current tenants are willing to sign a new 1 yrs lease starting sep 1st. They had a pet (Cat) last year 2014-2015 and not anymore .Tenant request t...

How do you assess the dollar value for damages on items that are not easy to repair but still have useful life and aren't due for replacement? I'm not talking about normal wear and tear. I'm talking about obviou...

Hey BP community, I’m remodeling a single rental, current floors are a mess and I’m considering laminate wood throughout (vs carpet or hard woods)Any feedback in terms of durability vs hardwood?Thank you!

I am in Texas and have a question. I think I know the answer but am not completely sure. I had a tenant break their lease and move out 2 months early. I have a $1700 deposit on them. Basically my question is that I ca...

BP, I've got my first tenant moving out at the end of the month and I've already begun advertising the vacancy for August 1st. I've received in under 24 hours 3 inquiries and requests to view the property. I need advi...

My inherited tenant is vacating this month and has already moved out. She gave me permission to paint and get the carpets cleaned ahead of actual vacating (mistake?). I have always smelled cats but assumed/hoped t...

Good Afternoon BP,

Does anyone know how often a rental property should be renewed in Maryland, Baltimore county to be specific? Meaning repainted or carpet cleaned for a tenant that is starting their third year.

Tha...

Hello everyone, i have a question about sending the list with deductions to a tenant that was evicted for having more pets than permitted. She provided an 850 security dep upon move in and a non refundable pet fee of ...

Hello, I'm fairly new at being a landlord and have a question about turnover cost. Is there a ballpark sq ft cost to do a simple clean, paint, carpet etc? I'm really trying to simplify the process of getting bids and ...