Julie George
Tenant Requests for Repairs upon move in
Hello everyone,I am a fairly new landlord in the state of Illinois. I own a single unit within a building of about 43 or so units that is managed by an HOA. I experienced my first tenant swap this month, and needless ...
Cory Lucas
Tenant just moved in already making request?
I just got a tenant moved into a new property that I recently acquired and he was due to pay a prorated amount for February and instead paid double. I brought this to his attention via email, asked if he would like it...
Cong Vu
Rent increase due to excessive maintenance requests
Hi everyone,I have one-year lease with the tenants. Tenants moved in in February but have requested maintenance very frequently. It has cost me $4000 since they moved in.The most common issues is plumbing. They use “f...
Julia Marg
Proof of residency request from a tenant
My tenant of three years has asked me for a written and signed proof of residency. She says it’s for tax purposes. Just wondering if anyone has received this request and if it’s legitimate. I have always been able to ...
Sandy Morales
Contractor Referral Request Fence & Concrete Repairs
Hi there my fellow BP Peers! Searching for the the following traits: Fencing:I have a rental that has a wood back fence that needs repairs. Does anyone have a referral who is reasonable? Concrete:Also need a contra...
Kenn C.
Contractors Request More Money Than Estimated Cost
Who pays for unexpected costs that arise for a contracted job? The contractor estimated a job, performed the work, then came back with additional charges to cover more work that was performed and/or materials.Do you h...
Derek Heinz
Advice humbly requested for a RE newbie
This is my first post, and I hope you'll go easy on me. I'm hitting "create post" with a lot of trepidation. I know how this can go because I am an experienced fly fisherman, and whenever a fishing rookie posts someth...
Lisa W.
tenant request for rollers under appliances - reasonable?
Tenant has requested that I provide rollers under appliances (stove, W/D) so she can move them to clean under and behind them. Claims was not clean when she moved in. I said that appliances are not normally put onto ...
Cong Vu
Is this a normal request from seller?
This is my first rental property so obviously I am a newbie and just starting out. I appreciate all the inputs from you all.I am buying this property which has a tenant in it. The owner sent me a lease agreement which...
Jonathan Small
Request: Spartanberg South Carolina Real Estate Professionals
Hello BP community. I live in Atlanta, Georgia. I am looking to invest in Spartanberg South Carolina, 29302. I am buying SFH as long term rentals. I do not plan on visiting the area. I need to create a team to help...