Hi BP STR experts - I need some help. I've been self managing our STR in Davenport for the last 2 yrs and don't know how to drive more rentals. We have a great, themed, 7bd/5.5bth home in a resort community close to t...

Something has been bothering me. This phrase, "war zones". Am I the only one? Real people actually live in these places that are so casually and and narrowly characterized by this phrase. I'm not discounting that some...

This question is for buy and hold investors. My investment plan is to buy the right properties and hold them forever. For me, it's not about quantity and number of deals, but about quality and getting my few propertie...

Just received this email from a tenant: Hi, I am writing to let you know that a friend of mine has been staying with me. He was living with his Mother and she was growing tired so he came to live with me. He broke his...

What kind of welcome gift do you leave for guests?We're trying to think of a custom gift that fits our retro vibe. You can see the rental below to get an idea. Any other suggestions?https://codylodgingcompany.com...

This post is for seasoned investors.You are starting out and do not have a mortgage, yet.   You work a stable job and make $5K a month.   You've been able to save up and have $50K in liquid cash.   Your goal is to cre...

I have been re-listening to David Greene's BRRRR book for the umpteenth time. I am currently doing 2-3 BRRRR deals per year with the same money. We held some and sold some after a couple of years of BRRRR. I noticed h...

I have been on Bigger Pockets for about a year and this is my 1000th post. I have to admit my posting has slowed over the last few months. I found myself spending too much time on here and not enough time on my busine...

New to us STR. Will be adding smart TV’s. Do we really need cable TV service? Do you provide it for your guests? Any complaints if you do not?

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While helping someone find a tenant for their property I encountered a dilemma. A prospect tenant offered to pay 2 months rent deposit plus 12 months of rent upfront due to the fact that I was un...