Cal C.
Wet dog Smell (NOT URINE OR MOLD)
This is a new one on me. I have a vacant house which has a serious wet dog smell, it is definitely not a urine smell. I have had several people including the carpet cleaner, my handyman, my realtor, and potential t...
Johann Jells
Would you withhold security and how much?
Tenant of 2 years moved out and left the place barely broom clean, but with food and dishes in the kitchen cabinets, lot of nail holes in the walls, the floors in dire need of mopping and marks on the walls. They were...
Harris Pantlik
First time investor gets owned
So long story short I purchased two homes on the same lot June 16, 2020. I live in the slightly bigger one and rent the smaller one out to a nice young lady who has been pleasant to deal with. Fast forward to August 2...
Rodney Kuhl
Tenant Screening - long-term lease
I had a person come check out my rental property the other day. She really liked it and wanted to move in right away, but she has bad allergies and could tell the previous tenant (who was from the previous owner, n...
Jay Flaggs
How To Prep Rental Between Tenants?
I have a residential property that will be vacant for a short time while and I'd like to know some of the ways you prep the home for viewing and new renters.
The previous renters left the house in good condition, but...
Steven Segal
Flooring in Low Income Housing
I have a couple lower income houses. Carpet seems like a losing proposition. I have heard good things on vinyl plankQuestions:1. How does glue down keep up? Do corners come unglued easily?2. Do people prefer glue down...
Diane Stinebaugh
pet rent or pet deposit in Arkansas?
hey everybody,I have had the same tenet for one year with a new lease coming up May 1st. He is thinking about getting a puppy for his family. Which is better a one time pet deposit or add on to the monthly rent for a...
Jack B.
Hardwood flooring: does this look like normal wear and tear?
After 2 years and 8 months?Before pictures (note in there is a reflection of light in some of the first 3 before pics).After (note the areas that need complete refinishing...
Andrew Esper
Grandma moving out of house. Is there room for me to flip?
I'm new to real estate investing. I am interested in the concept of flipping houses or long term rentals, BRRRRR. The house in question has been in my wife's family since it was built in the 1980's. It is 3000 sq ft...
Clancy Catelli
I far should i go with this remodel?
Hey BP,I want to get some input on on a situation i am dealing with on one of my flips. The house is in a c neighborhood, i bought it for $134k. The ARV is somewhere around $240k (its only 1100 sqft). I was planning o...