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One of my tentants in a duplex reported a roach issue recently. I've called an exterminator but I'm wondering how or if I should divide the costs with the tenant. There were no roaches before she moved in (I lived in ...
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Just bought a single family in Redding, CA, replacing the flooring prior to renting it out. I'd like consistent flooring throughout as it is an older home with 2 additions, so I think being consistent with the floori...
I'm relatively new to real estate. Bought a property in Dallas, GA in cash and it's been cash flowing for a few months now (3 months). I have the capital to pay cash (200k) for another property but curious what the ma...
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I am looking to become a landlord in multifamily properties near colleges. I am still learning the legal and financial issues with becoming a landlord.
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I thought I wanted to DIY but a week in and SO MUCH TRIM later, I'm second guessing. Feel like there are so many other things that need to be done and its taking way longer than I anticipated. Is hiring out painting w...
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During our pre-scheduled quarterly inspections, most of our tenants just go about their usual activities—cooking, watching TV, working, etc.—and don’t get in the way. However, we’ve had some different behavior from a ...
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Most states have a 6% income tax, so if someone is earning $100,000 per year, that's $500 per month. If you're a real estate investor in Texas with multiple properties, there is a higher property tax. Is it worth it? ...
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Greetings. I was sad to get a call from the City today letting me know my water consumption has doubled for this billing period. I just replaced 6 new water lines and meters in my building down the street and was hopi...
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I've got a contract to buy a house here with no option period ($2,500 in EM right now) set to close on the 22nd.
I got it inspected by a professional and he has noted in the report / spoke with me about that this ho...
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A tenant called and stated the basement looks like there has been an explosion down there. He said he went down into the basement and turned off the water after seeing hot water had been coming out of the overflow va...