Collette F.
Fence Repairs - from damages from my companion dog
I am half way thru a Purchase Agreement for my manufactured home. 2 years ago, I received a companion dog prescribed by my doctor and submitted this to park management/owners. He is larger than the normal pet allow...
Christopher Fordinal
STR: Where's my mistake in my numbers.
Hey guys, I am looking at getting into the STR game in Galveston TX or Destin FL. The problem I keep running into is that I can barely cashflow with the numbers I've researched. I would love for anyone who is currentl...
Michael Gilmore
Mid South Homebuyers - anyone deal with this group before
I am interested in knowing if anyone has purchased a turnkey property from this group in Memphis. Appears as though they are doing everything right but would like to know if anyone here in Bigger Pockets has had their...
Christopher Dunson
Tenant Making Alterations without Consent
My lease states that no alterations to property are to be made without written consent. I just purchased the property 3 weeks ago, and one person has painted their kitchen cabinets as well as the front door(interio...
Patricia Hinojos
Ways to upsell "extras" to raise monthly rental income?
I was wondering if anyone has been successful "upselling" rental income by offering extras to boost monthly rent. I'm thinking things like extra $ for optional wash/dryer, stainless frig, security alarm, even a flats...
Brian W.
What to do if an urgent problem (plumbing, HVAC, etc.) can't be resolved immediately?
What do I do if an urgent problem (plumbing, HVAC, etc.) comes up on, say, Christmas Day and the plumber or HVAC guy or whoever can't get to it that day?
Bruce C.
Quest for early retirement
Well, after seeing all of Sammy B’s post, i thought I’d start my own to keep track of how I’m doing. My goal is to retire by 50. I’ll be turning 36 soon. If I can average at least $300 a month per door, then I figure ...
Jeff S.
It is getting tougher to be a small-time landlord
I see the day coming when you can't afford to manage a small portfolio of rental properties.The tough part for me has been getting maintenance done for little stuff. I have had so many handymen over the years, some li...
Yolanda W Cuevas
Where to draw the line? Tenant Wants to Take Over
Where should I draw the line? Always, a few days before rent is due I get a maintenance request.My tenant is a self-described handy person and he also works in an appliance repair and sales shop. He is the first tenan...
Alan B.
Received my first "landlord emergency" phone call.
Received my first "landlord emergency" call the other night.Quick back story about my experience since I don't post often: I'm a new investor managing and rehabbing a duplex right now. The lower level is rented out wi...