Ben Stout
What Flooring Are You Using in 2015 For Rentals?
Over the years my preference in flooring has changed a lot. I started out with carpet, then moved to refinished hardwoods in older homes, then I started exclusively using Allure Vinyl Planks (glue ones). Now I'm not s...
Jack Bier
Security Depisit & closing on aunit right as tenant is moving our
Hi all,I’m closing on a duplex on April 1st. One side is moving out, and their lease is up April 1st. Assuming I’m credited the security deposit at closing, I have an issue: the house is literally a trash dump inside....
Andrew Bosco
Little details that matter - MTR Hospitality
Hey all, Wanted to share what I found that has made a difference in my MTR business. 1. Communication: Keeping communication on the same and consistent trackable plain! 2. Welcome baskets: I include a 50 dollar gift c...
Ginny Watson
End of tenancy walkthrough on Saturday
My inherited tenant is vacating. Any tips for me? Please and thank you.
Emily Knowles
Very old/ugly/nasty basement floor. What can I do with this? (pic)
Here is a picture of a 80 year old home I looked at today. http://imgur.com/tWsmECTYou can see it is uneven, rough, ugly. The black is adhesive left from them prying up the asbestos tiles. What in the world can I do w...
Mike Palmer
Best flooring for a rental?
I have seen some that say carpet is the way to go in bedrooms, but others that say it is too expensive to replace and there are on-going costs of cleaning between tenants. Personally I have the tenants pay for cleanin...
Carl C.
Buying and renting a college house; My First Deal
Hi everyone, I posted some details about this in the deal diaries forum but apparently that wasn't quite the right place so I thought I'd share a little bit here about my first real estate (investment) deal. Back in 2...
Hugh Rosen
Baltimore Oil Tank Spill - Advice??
Considering a multi-unit (3 1BR’s) “as-is” in Baltimore City. Inspection was yesterday. Oil tank is in basement and I noticed a small leak consisting of water and oil mixed (there was a blue sheen to the water) on the...
Chris Mendoza
Vinyl vs. Tile Floor in Bathroom
Hey guys quick question: I’m in Montclair, New Jersey (northern NJ). I am looking to update our bathroom. Do you guys have any experience with pros or cons with vinyl vs tile flooring- in terms of rental income and re...
Edith TenBroek
Painting questions
We have an offer in on a 1970's raised ranch. The interior has dark wood stain on the floors, interior doors, and all the trim. I know the dark wood floors are popular, but should we paint the trim white or leave it...