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Question to everyone: When was it and how that you came to the realization that investing in real estate could help you get "out of the rat race" ? Was it an infomercial? A family member? Tired of working a 9-5 and ...
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Any tips or processes that you guys have when meeting with the seller's at the home? Any good methods of getting them to come way down in price?
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I always steer away from installing carpet in rental properties. I May do Bedrooms occasionally. I'm writing looking for advice on carpet installs... Sometimes in older homes the floors are damaged to the point where ...
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Has anyone had a tenant not deposit a security deposit refund? It's been 95 days since she signed for it and I read that GA law allows me to keep it after 90 so I was thinking about canceling the check but I don't wan...
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Hello, Can I ask for expert advice on this security claim that I'm considering.I had a property in S. Florida that came out of rental after 3 years. The house had brand new paint and every thing was functional and ver...
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Ok, lets get the "it depends on your state/local municipality" out of the way. I am looking for a more general quesiton of what is a reasonable hourly rate (or per job) to charge for DIY repairs. For example, if a t...
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Hello, I am trying to get my security deposit back. I cleaned the apartment very well upon move-out (I've spent a lot of time cleaning and left it in probably better condition than in when I moved-in) and there was no...
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What is the best improvement you can do maximize rent, minimize turnover costs, and increase property value to boost ROI?
I'm planning on installing water proof vinyl floors in my units during vacancy. These floors ...
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So I moved out of a 3 bedroom rental at the beginning of October. I just now got my deposit check back. There are some charges on here that I'm not sure are my responsibility or the owners. I'm about to go discuss the...
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I do not intend to charge my tenants a pet deposit or monthly pet rent. Was thinking of a pet fee in the amount that a deep clean would cost? Carpet cleaning and house cleaning. Would $250 be reasonable and if the cle...