- Normal wear and tear is something I have trouble defining, I often have to pay 300-900.00 to get the home "rental Ready " again.- Have you EVER held onto a full deposit? Can you explain the context and situation 

Apologies for the incessant questions but I have another with respect to the deal I'm involved in (fitness center here in California).The property in question isn't set to be completed until April of next year but the...

Former tenant moved out after 9 months without contractually agreed upon proper notice, after pretty well trashing a brand new property. She owes me a few hundred dollars in damages on top of her deposit but I decided...

I am in the middle of selling my current home and buying my new home. Things have been going pretty smooth aside from the fact that the buyers side have been a little more than needy in regards to this home. My home i...

Hello everyone, first post on the site but have been watching and reading for some time. So much knowledge on the site and have learned so much! Quick about me- I have a 4 plex that I've owned for right at 2 years now...

I had an issue with my previous management company who just placed a tenant for me for out of state property.  I found a new property mgmt company who inherited the tenant from the previous property mgmt company. We w...

Hey all,

Thought someone would find this story helpful or entertaining at the very least. Also advice is also welcome.

A little bit of background on me my experience and the tenant. I have been managing Retail, ...

Hi BP community,I am a new landlord, I purchased a property in 2015 with a tenant paying way below market rent.  When I purchased I advised the tenant that it is my intent to occupy the property after the lease expire...

The washer needs to be replaced. It's a front loader. Tenants prefer another front loader, which would be about $500. Top loaders cost about $300. Is it ok to ask tenants to pay half of the difference if they have a s...

Essentially is as follows:New Lease Fee (one month’s rent) + Expected Missed Rent + “Refresh” Cash(Refresh Cash = the amount out of pocket to prepare the property for new tenants, after tenant deposit is spent)It look...