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Justin Elliott Closing in less Than a Week, Now What?
26 April 2017 | 1 reply

Hello BP,I'm closing on my first rental property in less than one week and I'm wondering if anyone has any good resources or advice on what my next steps need to be.  I've got a triplex in the longfellow neighborhood ...

James McGovern Considerations for leasing to Law Enforcement?
26 August 2024 | 1 reply

I identified a lucrative opportunity to lease a property to law enforcement but have no idea on what legal clauses others in the past have included in their agreements. Looking for suggestions...

Elon Matias Renting my first property. Property Management or No?
13 November 2019 | 14 replies

I am buying a new property and plan to rent the first one. Wondering if I should utilize a property management company or rent myself. Pros and cons of each one. Thanks in advance for any feedback.

Rhondalette W. 1st rental property gets 10 interested on Craigslist. Now what?
14 May 2015 | 21 replies

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...

Michael Calvey Tenant Screening Secrets: What's Your Magic Formula?
6 May 2024 | 27 replies

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...

Gary Dale McKee Need advice on wether or not to rent to people on disability.
24 September 2024 | 49 replies

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...

Erik Dofelmier Prescreening Prior to Showing & Still Nothing
8 March 2024 | 44 replies

We recently placed a duplex up for rent on Zillow, FB Marketplace, etc and on the description I clearly have the  minimum requirements listed (600 credit score, 3x rent etc). When prospective tenants reach out, I then...

Ryan Tall Applicant meets all requirements but has HORRIBLE past reviews
28 January 2021 | 21 replies

Hey BP, I'm fairly new to the RE investing and landlord business. I recently closed on my 2nd property and am in the process of screening potential tenants. I have an applicant who is the most qualified by means of cr...

Jen Girard New to managing properties
6 January 2023 | 17 replies

Brand new to property investing and very close to closing on a duplex in south Denver.     I don't want to collect rent checks or watch my mailbox for a physical check.  Would love to do this online.   Considering I'l...

David Yamamoto House Hacking - renting bedrooms, screening tenants
8 December 2023 | 11 replies

Hello folks,
For those that have house hacked while renting out bedrooms to tenants... how do you screen them?   This seems a so much more personal when you have to actually share the same living space with tenants. ...