I posted this in another category but thought I might get more input here. I'm trying to understand the 50% rule.

I've read numerous posts concerning the 50% rule. There are many ideas and opinions on how to figure ...

What's everyone's opinion on inheriting tenants? I've heard a lot of strong opinions on "terminate immediately and start fresh." That's usually based around the theory that this way you can screen the tenants, gets r...

Hi, Joe here in Minnesota. What are you using to manage your leads? I have been using Facebook a lot lately by posting in local for sale groups. The things I don't like is managing the listing in all those groups. For...

This will be my first long term rental once I get a place. I am trying to preplan. Can you help me know what to do from start to finish? I will not use a property manager since We will live on property. 
.1. Where do...

HelloWhat kind of lease to I need to have to rent a garage. Obviously I should not use my lease I use for a house. I never rented out a garage. Its $120 a monthHow does it work with a garage do you get 3 months upfron...

Got an interesting e-mail over the weekend from a new tenant.  Been living in unit for 2 months, was screened with good credit, employment reference from a reputable company (hiring manager verified and checked out, e...

Has anyone had success finding evictions for San Diego? Seems like the unlawful detainer filings don't become public until 60 days after being filed and even then you have to search by the first AND last name of the T...

I placed my first rental property on Craigslist 3 days ago and 10 responded so far and are interested. Here is my plan, followed by a few questions, what do you advise? 
 I have telephone screened a few and weeded ou...

So, I recently listed a property for rent or for sale by owner.  I have had several inquires about the property as a rental and the majority of them have been people on disability benefits.  I know enough to know that...

Managing a rental can be as tricky as a high-wire act, especially when it comes to picking the right tenant! A friend of mine, who not only manages but also lives in his triplex, is about to face a vacancy. He's con...