Wyoming opened their Emergency Rental Assistance Program two weeks ago. As of today, they've only received 2,500 applications, totaling $5 million in rent and utility assistance. The program has $160 million available...

I'm screening for my first rental tenant. Would you ever consider renting to someone based on them paying 4 month chunks at a time, this to be paid fully by their student loan distribution and not working income. This...

Good Evening...I've seen a lot of leases where the property owner requires the tenant to show proof of Renter's Insurance.  Is this something that you do?  Why?  I guess the real question is what impact does it have o...

Hi Everyone, I'm new to the bigger pockets forum. Since the tax season is right around the corner, I'm wondering that how can I write off my leasing agent fee? I worked with one for the leasing agents at Austin area,...

Dumb question: My Realtor wants proof of funds why?

I ask my realtor to put me on a list of houses that need repairing. He says, "sure, give me a POF".

Stupid question: why?

I've asked several rea...

How much money do you have?Is that an appropriate question on a rental application? What are the best questions you ask on an application?(I have a couple of solid templates, but looking for commentary or anything you...

Last month I purchased five duplexes. Seven of the ten units are month to month leases. I'm looking my to raise the rent for these seven immediately as they are $200-$300 a month low for the area. I'm considering havi...

Hello team,I acquired an 8 plex about a month ago.  The in place tenants were month to month.  We drafted a new lease with a rent increase and instructed the tenants to return the signed leases by Jan 1st.  I have one...

My husband I and purchased our first rental at the end of May. We are wrapping up the renovation and are putting it on the market in the next week. What guidelines/qualifications do you use when considering tenants? i...

I am trying to rent out my condo. Zillow gives a monthly rent estimate of $2,200. Rentometer estimates an average of $3,500 and a range of $3,000-$4,000. Apartments.com estimates $3,500. BiggerPockets estimates $2,500...