A few years ago if a tenant owed you rent or damaged your property you could enter the premises and “hold” certain items. It’s an old law I believe but was still could be used. It’s so old you couldn’t take their goat...
I came across the SILA website (http://www.skokielandlord.org/) and requested membership but so far have not gotten any response back. Perhaps this is now inactive? I own a building in Skokie and would love to connect...
Just had my new tenants sign a lease to move in the 1st of February. One guy I had a few issues with is moving out and three girls are moving in. I learned a lesson with the guy - he did NOT clean up his dog mess and ...
Hi All,I’m a new investor who is house hacking a duplex. We have two dogs a pit bull and a chiweenie, but as a landlord we will have a no pet policy. Any other house hackers been in this scenario? How did you address ...
Hello, What are some things to look for when shopping for homeowners insurance if we are planning to rent out the basement and still live in upper apartment? Should we get liability insurance or is that not needed? Wo...
Hello all, I'm currently living in Minneapolis, MN. It's cold. I'm looking to invest down south, where obviously, its warmer. I have my eyes on Tennessee, what are the landlord laws like? I'm wondering if you guys hav...
Hi folks,Just about to do my first purchase of a duplex with a suited basement. As i am looking into growing my portfolio quickly, i wanted to get an idea of what systems and items/tech people have implemented in thei...
What insurance company do you think has the lowest premiums for similar coverages?
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So my wife and I are new landlords! We are very excited, but also a bit new/uneducated. I've been listening to BP for about 1.5 years now.
What are some things you would advise, would have like to have known, ...
I bought a owner occupied a 4plex. I live in the 2bed 2bath the rest are 1bed 1bath. Rents are unit 2 $550 unit 3 $600 and unit 4 $600. The are comps are $725 to $908. Units 2 and four lease has expired the end of the...