Thomas O'Donnell
Should I get a Home Warranty for New Duplex?
Hey all! Has anyone ever purchased a home warranty? I just closed on my first duplex today and was thinking about getting one for at least the first year. Someone I was talking to said you can find them for around $50...
Debbie Bone
Vacation rentals - EVOLVE - opinions?
Anyone used EVOLVE? I’m leaning towards using them in combo with a good housekeeper for vacation rentals-anyone jump in if you’ve used them for bookings-positive and negative feedback much appreciated. Local companies...
John LaVecchia
Vacation Rental Expenses
I understand traditional rentals require vacancy, maintenance, CapEx, property management, taxes, and insurance. Other than utilities, what other expenses should I be aware of before I buy my first STR. Thank you in a...
Account Closed
I just wrote my own rental contract, and here's what's in it
The purpose of this post is to share some of the contents of my contract with everyone else. Over the years, I have come to realize that standard rental contracts REALLY suck. I've used two of the most popular contra...
Jon Derickson
Short term rental Marble Falls Tx
My wife and I are considering purchasing a lake view property in Marble Falls Tx to do short term rentals. We have long term leases in Austin & San Antonio, but this would be our 1st STR. We would also be using ...
Ashlee Hutson
Short term rental market in Jamaica Beach/Galveston TX
Hi everyone!I have an opportunity to purchase a lot in Jamaica Beach at (what I think) is a discounted price from a family member. I would love to build a small beach house (1000-1200sq ft) on the lot and rent it out ...
Blanca Ferrufino
New damages found after final walkthrough
Good evening everyone, My tenants and I did the final walkthrough together and I just found out new things that I didn't notice during the walkthrough, is there a proper way I need to follow to let my tenants know abo...
Rick Bassett
Tenant installs swimming pool without permission
I was doing a property drive-by the other day and noticed one of those Wal-Mart variety 3' swimming pools in the backyard of one of our SFR's. I've never had a tenant install a pool before.
After consulting with my ...
Paulo Bermudez
HOA Dilemma Conerning True Square Footage
Hello all and happy holidays!I have a few questions concerning my 2:2 condo. I have a pull up bar on legs in the rear of my unit that I utilize to primarily stretch out my spine (I have thoracic scoliosis) before and ...
Paul Zofsak
Tenant left behind property after breaking lease; now what
My tenant moved out suddenly and without notice. He left behind a refrigerator, washer and dryer, and a motorcycle. I can't remember what the law states on these matters so I am reaching out to the BP community. Th...