Hi. I self manage my units, which I love doing, and therefore my tenants have my phone number for when there is an issue. I have inherited one tenant a year ago that has no boundaries. If something bothers this tenant...
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Dear BP Community,
I hope this email finds you all in good health and high spirits. My name is Rakesh Balavanthapu, and I am writing to seek guidance and support as I embark on my journey as a new real estate investo...
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For the past 17 years I've been practicing as a real estate attorney, broker, investor, urban planner, syndicator and owner of a mid sized property management company in California. It has been my experience and obse...
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Thank you all BP family for all your feedback. I'm very excited. I got my two family deal cleared to close on Friday the 1st and just reviewed my CD. We are scheduled to close on 11/12.I have tenant living in one of t...
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I am considering an investment outside of my current market that will be used as an Airbnb. Looking for input from others on their experience hiring a property manager for an Airbnb.
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I have had a couple bad experiences with commercial lenders in the Houston area. Does anyone have any good contacts in that field? I am looking to build a relationship with a few for my own personal investment needs...
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Leaving my old property manager transitioning to a new one.I have a great relationship with my Realtor(technically broker in Illinois). We add value both ways, our kids hang out, good communication etc.He has always w...
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I know the general consensus is to keep appliances til they break. I am torn on the following scenarios and wonder what others think...
- Dishwasher: the tenant reported sometimes it leaves soap on dishes, but other ...
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Hello BP Community, I'm a DIY property manager for a couple of 4Plexes. 1-3 times a month I receive complaints from a tenant about a neighboring tenant. For example, today a downstairs tenant complained about the ten...
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Hey BP Team,I'm at the beginning of my research into STR software. I'm wondering what tools some of you are using and what you like the most about it. Looking for tools to do the following: Automated Messaging, Dynami...