This is for my personal home that we purchased in February, 2017.The driveway is 2,000 feet long.  The first 500 feet are flat and shared with a neighbor.  No issues there except a few potholes that need to be filled....

Hi all!  I am expanding my vacation rental portfolio from 1 to 4!  I'm acquiring 3 cabins on a piece of land in the Finger Lakes.  They're already set up to rent and they're almost completely booked for the summer alr...

Hi everyone.I have been self-managing a few rental townhouses for about 2 years. I'd say on average, I get called every 2 weeks about repair issues. I have received all kinds of repair requests, e.g. clogged dishwashe...

I am looking to add 2 properties to my infant portfolio. I have seen about 13 properties that I "think" are good deals. I've narrowed in on 6 of them. I'll give a brief summary of each pair. Keep in mind I will be buy...

Hello BiggerPockets! This is my first post. :) The duplex that I am currently living in is for sale. It is in a good section of Cincinnati, OH. There are upstairs and downstairs units (both 2 bedrooms/ 1 bath) 1000 sq...

Just curious what everyone's take is.

Is it worth it to spend a little bit more to have granite countertops installed in the kitchens of your rental houses? Will it help you secure a tenant faster? Can you charge a p...

My tenant started late July has made some requests to fix during walk through. It includes closet door track not completely smooth, blinds not holding up well when pulled up half way, balcony floor has weather stains,...

"Creating an aesthetically appealing rental property is essential for attracting tenants and increasing property value. From stylish interior design to modern amenities, every detail plays a crucial role. In this blog...

There are two points in the investment process where you can reduce maintenance costs. The first is when you purchase a property. The second occurs when you renovate it.
Select Low Maintenance Cost Properties
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