Eric C.
Mold Issue Backlash?
Tenant informed me of mold issues and I put him up in a hotel room immediately and took care of the problem. Took about 2 weeks from start to finish. The mold was caused by the AC unit which leaked water. Tenant di...
Jason Stoner
Is my management company committing fraud
I think the property management company that manages my property is up to no good. Over a couple hours of googling I have found several fake addresses, fake LLCs, shell companies, several lawyers tied to several addre...
Carl Lee
Taking ownership to evict tenants?
Fair Warning, this isn't exactly a question about investing, but I have a situation that a family member has brought to my attention. I'm just getting started in real estate and I'm not sure how I can help them.A rela...
Eric T.
Apartment roof leaks caused property damage - seeking advices!
Dear BP members,My brother is currently experiencing a roof leak issue after recent heavy rain which damaged some of his personal properties. The main cause of the roof leak was from roofer hired by apartment manageme...
Brittany P.
Reporting to Credit Bureaus
Another question for you pros: we currently manage a small portfolio of CFDs on land parcels and a couple of private loans. We service everything ourselves (because we're cheap right now--please don't judge us too har...
Rachel Pivonka
Tampons causing drain blockage
I need some advice. Do I foot the bill? Do I bill tenant for the cost or half the cost? Here is what happened...I send out a 24/7 plumber on from a large reputable company on Friday after tenant calls. I reminded my t...
Daniel Levin
I can’t afford utilities. Help!
I just bought my first 4 unit building 6 months ago. I’ve needed to put some money into it along the way. 3 units are occupied, the 4th is mine. The rent breaks down as:75010251160Total: 2935The expenses:1850 (mortgag...
Tricia O'Brien
Any problem if I don't issue 1099 to handyman with job over $2K?
I recently paid a builder about $4,500 total for several projects at my rental home in Indiana. These were: building a new wood deck at back door, building new staircase in basement, installing a new window, repairin...
Russell Brazil
Can You Insure Title Without A Title Abstract and Survey?
@Rich Baer maybe you can chime in on this one. I have a client who used his own lender and title company....and there is no title abstract or survey, which Ive never seen. They are issuing title insurance on the prop...
Pete Harper
Building installation Report on 12unit
We have a 12 unit apartment complex under contract. During the building inspection we have found a lot of issues with the building. The original construction is 1965 so many issues fall under normal wear and tear. Ove...