Donna Paget
Emptying the septic tank
Hey Big Pocketers!I need some advice on what to do with a problem with my tenant and the septic tank. When this renter moved in last year, I had the septic tank emptied. I usually only do this every 3 years or so. She...
Michael Glaser
Vacation Rental & Airdna Numbers | What Am I Missing?
I never thought I'd be looking to do a vacation rental, but I think I've found a good deal. The house is in an area I often travel to get out of the big city and reset so it's a win-win for my sanity. It's a super sma...
Bill Zou
Purchasing a mismanaged (48% occupancy) self storage in Wichita
Hey BP friends,My partner and I have been looking for a value add self storage facility in Wichita and have been on the fence since there are multiple questionable variables that we're not too certain about so hoping ...
Rebecca Coxson
How to deny applicant due to low income
We are first time landlords. Our first application came in for our rental, but after taxes their total income is barely 2x the rent, where we require 3x rent. What is the proper way to deny them? Do I have to send an ...
Kevin G.
Would you flip a house with interior fire damage?
Currently, my business partner and I are looking to put an offer on a single-family home for a house flip. The house is listed for $230k, and we plan to offer $235k. The potential after-repair value (ARV) for the prop...
Kendall Vrana
Anyone include Toilet Policies in their lease?
Hi, all-- We had an issue with one of our rental properties regarding the brand-new toilet that we installed about 3 months ago. We suspect foreign objects (feminine products, q-tips, makeup remover cloths, etc.) may ...
Chris Pohlson
My First BRRRR
Bigger Pockets has been instrumental in helping me get my REI business off the ground. I would have never been able to complete this transaction without the help of the BP community. The seller of this house found m...
Arnie Guida
No Children Allowed For Showings
I recently requested a rental application for a 4plex near mine, and on it it read "Adults Only Please" regarding showings.I can't tell you how much I've always wanted to do this...I mean, you've just spent a boatload...
Dylan Hall
Curious Member from Chicago, IL
Hi everyone,
My name is Dylan Hall, and I recently joined Bigger Pockets. I hail from Chicago, IL and am interested in finding new ways to finance housing in the United States. I recently graduated from the Univers...
Nat C.
problem with my landlord- evicting for non payment when I didn't refuse to pay
I am having an issue with my landlord where he has threatened eviction and I am confused about the legal situation. There were some major problems with the unit I rent this month. Firstly there was a bed bug infestati...