Ashley Bartlett
tenant wants programmable thermostat
Hello! Just looking for any advice: a tenant in our triplex wants to install a programmable thermostat. We aren't going to cover the cost but have no problem with this. Should we require an addendum to the lease sa...
Mio Chee
Requests from New Tenant
Aloha BP Fam,I need some pointers from experienced BP investors. I just received an email from my PM who manages one of our rentals. My new tenant who moved in recently is requesting the followings. I had never had a ...
Jesse Os
DIY counter install or pay contractor?
I am in the middle of a live-in 'flip' and will be doing a kitchen rehab soon. I am considering installing the granite counter tops myself (buy, cut and install) but I am not sure if the price of buying the tools and ...
Clint A.
Renter wants to install a TV mount
My Renter of 2 years wants to install a TV mount for their flat screen over the fireplace. They are willing to have it professionally installed and leave the mount when they move out in 9 months. I'm inclined to allow...
Deisy P.
Late Rent and Hasn't been in apartment in Chicago
Tenant has not been in apartment for three days. It's her and her two kids plus an unidentified male who ended up just living there. I couldn't prove it. Other tenants including the neighbors had already filed complai...
Matthew Blue
Tenant wants to install fence
I just rented out my single family home and the tenants asked me if they can install a fence in the backyard because I don't have one. Is it worth the risk for them to do it or maybe ask them to split the cost to put ...
Constantia Petrou
Tenant put in yard irrigation system
Hello,Yard maintenance at the house we are renting out is the tenants' responsibility. They basically need to be watering the plants regularly. While we were away they decided to put in a sprinkler system to automate ...
Jennifer Ruhle
Current tenant installed shelving- room upgrade, but liability?
Hi All,My current tenant asked before she moved in if she could install shelving since her bedroom is small. I said yes under the condition that they are removed and walls brought back to pre install condition before ...
Alessandro Cardito
Minisplits on a budget
Hey folks,I need to add AC (No heating needed) to a duplex I'm renovating. I'm thinking of adding minisplits as it seems the most convenient option, what is your experience with the self-installing kits available on W...
Felix Vara
House Flip investment!
Investment Info:
Single-family residence fix & flip investment in Del Valle.
Purchase price: $135,000
Cash invested: $45,000
Sale price: $300,000
6 bedroom 3 bathroom with 2500 sq ft on a 1 a...