Hello!When it comes to return the deposits after repairs or cleaning its always an issue and heavy debate happens frequently.  Tenant always shocked to find out if they didnt miss any rent payment they expect 100% ret...

Hello BP community,I need some advice on handling escalating utility bills. My previous office manager really let things slide on my 30k sqft office complex. We have 60 tenants with 6 in lease. Thats right, the office...

I am starting a PM company in the near future. I am curious what other PM companies do regarding inspections. Here are my questions:a. do you do regular inspections after a new tenant moves in and if so, frequency and...

I came across this special where MyCorporation.com is waiving the $149 filing fee to create a corp or LLC this week only. Very timely for me as I just aquired my second property and want to place it in a new LLC.

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I do not include utilities with my rentals as I find it easier to manage and less risk if prices go up or if there is excess usage. However, most rentals in my area include all utilities in their rent. Do they know so...

I have a tennant that is scheduled to move out at the end of September. They have been in the house for 16 months and part of their rent has been a $50 monthly charge for 2 pets ($25 each). When they move out, I wil...

Hi all,I have a couple of questions related to security deposit reconciliation and return. The tenant vacated last month after staying there for a little over two years. They have largely been good - paid rent on time...

We currently charge residents a flat fee for water, $25 for a 1 bedroom and $35 for a two bedroom. My questions is, should I keep water a separate charge from rent or should it be included? Should I charge $750 for re...

We've recently decided to start including a price list for items needing repair (not normal wear and tear) or replacement that may be typical during a move out to the extent a vacating tenant does not take care of the...

Hello BP, So Last week I posted about a potential Investment Property. Well Good News is that I am under contract and loan is in process for my first buy and hold property!!! I will need to do a little bit of rehab, b...