I have a candlemaker that has rented the non-conforming 3rd floor unit of my property for the last 3 years. She is not supposed to be living in the unit because it only has a half bathroom. To paint a picture, it wa...

What are some of the main reasons why insurance companies would not want to insure an investment property or would insure for a higher premium?

I’ve read a number of posts online saying mortgages are possible as a US citizen in Panama.However, I visited some realtors in Bocas Del Toro and they said mortgages aren’t possible there or for foreigners. Has anyone...

He everyone, I currently did a walk-through of my properties I own in the midwest. For the most part, I know what to look for. For example, I have a rental with two military tenants. They're amazing. The house was in ...

looking at a 4-plex with a 3 story fire escape in back that is in bad shape!  Never had to price one of these out before.  has anyone had the pleasure of having to replace one of these and how much did it cost?  It's ...

It would seem that this year needed to go out in a bang! Last night we had a severe windstorm which brought down a giant eucalyptus tree in our neighbors yard, taking down the power lines and landing onto my duplex. T...

Just saw on the news that a nearby apt from mine burned down and resulted in one death. Sucks for all parties involved but now its got me thinking it could happen to me. I have the place insured but something tells me...

Yesterday my dog started a small fire in my home.  As a landlord, I do not allow dogs, but since this is my house I deferred to other members of the family and got a Chocolate Labradoodle (seriously, that is what it i...

Just started a new flip and the basement is a mess, it’s currently partiality finished with wood paneling on about 1/2 the perimeter walls that are just attached to wood strips glued to the walls. There has been some ...