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I posted this elsewhere but thought it might be good to post here. My hope, like most others, is that it helps someone else to not give up no matter how frustrating. So, here goes.... I saw the property, (2 unit 3BD/1...
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- How do you handle your security deposit? Do you use it for fixing the damages during the tenants stay? - When the tenant leaves and demands security deposit back, how do you handle this? - In PA, I can hold for up t...
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Hello BP community.
I was wondering if anyone had any advice or different systems they use to estimate what the rehab price would be of a property. I am trying to wholesale distressed properties in MA, but am having...
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I'm a PASSIVE buy and hold investor. I have property managers and I buy from turnkey providers.I want to barely look at my monthly statements and let my investment grow as passive as I can.That "passive" investing be...
Ok seeking advice. I have a teanant that moved out today and according to Florida law I have 15 days to return any unused security deposit. However after doing the walk thru the damages (not wear and tear) will be mo...
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Does anyone have any good articles to learn more about the unique considerations of buying mixed use? My hypothesis is there could be unique considerations around: 1) insurance, 2) environmental diligence, 3) due dil...
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Hi all, first time investor here looking at OOS rental properties from Los Angeles. Have been reading these forums, The Book on Rental Property Investing and browsing reddit. I am getting confused about the concept of...
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I'm preparing for my first full rehab on my rental property. I've been looking for a General Contractor and all are booked at least 8 weeks out. I don't want my property to sit vacant longer than it has to. To avoi...
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We are first time landlords and just bought our first duplex. As we begin to decide what lease agreement to draft, we just want to ask others what they personally think is better and why? We have read a lot of blogs o...
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My Contractor just told me "No, sealing the grout isn't something we do,unless you ask us to and then it's an extra charge."Seriously?When they lay a new tile floor sealing the grout isn'tpart of the scope of work?Sou...