Kevin Branin
Code Inspector wants a standing water test
I had the code inspector out to approve the rough work prior to closing the walls. He’s mandating my plumber to do a standing water test. Plumber has never done one before. The sanitary system needs to be filled al...
Brandon Nahale
Reverse 1031 Exchange
Hi BPer's!!I'm thinking about doing a reverse 1031 exchange, since we have a little cash saved, and we have an investment property that will probably sell very quickly in this market. My question is at what point do ...
Austin Fox
Do surrounding SFH influence price of selling your SFH?
Hello BP,So the discussion came up yesterday with my mother about her current reno. Bought a 300k foreclosure, so far 200k in reno added with still 50k-80k to go. We talked about possibly selling at some point and wha...
Kyle Doney
Anyone Else With Hail Damage Yesterday in Denver??
I had some hail damage on a few properties and vehicle damage. The apartment building nearby me had most of the windows busted out. Crazy hail storm, with tennis ball sized hail in some areas of Denver. Who else had d...
Brian Knox
Walking away just days before closing.
Main question: Might I be able to get my $1000 earnest money back?With about a week to go before closing on a house, the outdoor AC unit was stolen. Sad thing is, this was the NEW unit and NEW theft-prevention cage th...
CJ B.
Broken Fridge Scenario
Just wanted to throw this one out there. I currently have a scenario where my tenant has called due to a broken fridge in rental. I am responsible for the appliance, but she's wanting a reimbursement on the lost food ...
Lindsay Kuzara
Risk vs. Reward in BRRRR opportunity
Hey BP! I'm currently under contract on my first investment property and am looking for some pro tips and advice.
Property: distressed 1975 SF in central Oregon, lot is sized to accommodate an ADU. Property needs re...
Michael Williams
New at this and Questions on what cost falls on the Renter.
Hello,I live up New England and have the opportunity to buy a rental (a house) in Cape Coral, FL. My question is, Does the Renter pay for the water treatment material like salt and conditioners, or should I supply th...
Bob Beach
Is My Property Managment Bullying Me?
We've had investment properties, out of state, for the past 5 years. We've moved a few houses (out of 6) to different PMs due to not being happy with honesty, fees, etc... Now, we have a new company and they have be...
Jordan Greek
Appliances - pros and cons of providing
As renter, the units always had appliances. I never thought twice about it. Now as a landlord, I’m faced with a decision to provide appliances or let the renter provide them. To define appliances, my scenario calls fo...