Kamlesh G.
Inspection uncovers major mold.
So my partner and I finally get our offer accepted and move to the due diligence phase. We meet the inspector at the property. Get access to first unit, its a 4-plex. We are surprised to find out that the tenant had b...
Shawn M.
Tenant worried that peeling paint might have lead
I just took over managing a property and gave my tenant a new lease to sign and a lead paint disclosure. She replied " you mean my peeling paint has lead in it". I said that I have no knowledge of it does or not I am ...
Margarita R.
Leak repair advice needed
My parents recently had a refrigerator leak on the main floor and the water went down into the basement (in Northern Virginia). They're having a horrible time with the insurance company to assess and recommend reputa...
Meghan McCallum
Who else has had to fire an employee?
Hi,
Had the wonderful opportunity to hire my first employee this year. I have also now had to fire her. Has anyone been successful in avoiding paying unemployment? My employee lied, cheated and stole from us...more th...
Christine Westbrook
Developer and HOA Rep denying amenity
When moving into our new neighborhood, there was a sign stating there was to be a community pond. For the past two years, we have looked forward to gaining access to the pond so we can fish and enjoy the surroundings....
Mike Nicholson
Rental Properties / Knob & Tube Wiring
Long time lurker, first time post. I have question for landlords about knob & tube wiring. I am a somewhat new landlord, just 2 properties, and in the process of purchasing one now. The one I am in the process ...
Mackensie Matze
Should I just pay off a renter and call it a stupid tax?
I had a renter cause damage. I deducted $250 from her deposit. (room in my house)I have statement from the plumber she caused the leak, pictures, and receipt from contractor for mold mitigation. The leak went throug...
Michael Salamone
How much can I raise rent (in CT)?
Hello, I was wondering how much I can raise the rent in CT. Let’s say, hypothetically, I have a renter paying $1,000 a month for rent. However, I have seen similar rentals going for as much as $1,650 for rent. Now I’m...
Sheldon Peart
Dispute Resolution in British Columbia
Hello, I am reaching out for advice with an extremely challenging tenant. This person has been our tenant for 3 years now. We inherited the tenant when we bought a 4-plex, this person has always been combative and thr...
David C.
Real estate coaching services - Genuine or just MLM scams?
Dear BP gang,I have been in real estate for 10 years now and have thankfully done well for myself with short term vacation rentals and SFHs for LTRs. Looking to scale into the multifamily arena, I began investigating...