Hi Everyone,I apologize if this is a dumb question, but please enlighten me if you'd be so kind. Why wouldn't I hire a Property Manager if that is a Tax Deductible expense? Why would I do the work myself if the cost o...
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After numerous unsuccessful attempts to secure a deal to cohost, I’ve decided to adopt a new strategy. Could anyone provide guidance on how to obtain the contact information of an underperforming host on Airbnb? I und...
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I want to try using AirBnB or FRBO to rent living space to corporate customers at a rate lower than extended stay hotels and by providing an atmosphere closer to a real home. It would be completely furnished. Of co...
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Hello BP Community!I was wondering what Online Service do you use to allow your tenants to pay online or through direct deposit? Any tips that you have to share for a first-time landlord is also very much appreciated ...
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Hi everyone, I'm super new here -- 1st post (I'm brand new). I really would appreciate any insight / thoughts into my journey here.
I am an RN that had all but given up hope of home ownership in our area north of Se...
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There seems to be some conflicting information online regarding when 1099 forms are required for small landlords (see link below). Does anyone have a definitive answer on this? Would I need to issue a 1099 form to my ...
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Good Evening my fellow Comrades, I have a few questions I hope someone can help me with. I purchased a buy and hold rental property last year (2019) and have just completed a complete rehab of the property. I spent $1...
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Hello,
I need some guidance on how to handle first month rent, security deposit, and cleaning fee.
To explain, I am currently living in my condo with all of my furniture and I have it up for rent and I have someone ...
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Hello everybody,I have a problem. I am trying to maximize my profit and max out the rent for my place in my small market. I have a 2bd 1ba that's completely renovated nothing fancy but all around a solid new/old house...
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So we're looking for a rental property for an out of town client, but I also am looking for data to assist in purchasing our next rental house for us. Is there anywhere that has statistics on average rental price and...