Johann Jells
Laundry in 4 unit: coin vs free?
I want to put a laundry in the basement of my 4U as an amenity. I've done it "free" in a 3U with success for the most part. In the "free model you build the cost into the rent. The upside of free is cheap machines, y...
Derek Daun
Comp tenant for washer dryer outage?
Is it a good idea to comp a tenant a small rental discount for minor inconveniences, or does it set a bad precedence?I rent out a garden apartment in my house that shares the laundry room with us. We upgraded our wash...
Prachi Metha
Tempe, Mesa Neighborhood Advice Needed
I am trying to buy my 1st investment house in Tempe/Mesa area. Looking into SFH. Have questions about neighborhoods both in Tempe and Mesa. I understand it is huge area as such but are there neighborhoods that I shoul...
Luke H.
Questions a out moveout charges, (do/how) you respond to ex-tenants?
Hi all, hope all is well. 20 days after move out accounting letter sent, ex-tenant sent email asking about the charges on the move out. He thinks the charges are too high, that he wasn't responsible for some items, ...
Melissa Man
Protection from being sued
What do you all do legally to protect yourself from being sued by your tenants.
K S.
Full XL vs King?
Anyone renting out similar units but with dissimilar bed sizes who might be able to confirm occupancy rate differences between the two?A Full XL is 50x80 vs a queen which will leave 18" on all sides of the bed if that...
David Bardwell
Coin-operated laundry ROI in a 4-plex
I’m considering purchasing coin-operated washer and dry for a 4plex. I’ve already determined the cost of the equipment itself. And I’ll price it better than the local laundromats. But I’m hoping someone can give me s...
Cynthia Oistad
Seeking low cost rehab ideas for 1980s four plex?
My agent and I spent some time touring an interesting 4-plex property today. It was well maintained by owner, had large units and was in relatively good shape. If we decide to move forward with offer/purchase, I wou...
Larry Russell
A lingering cigarette smell
I recently purchased a condo that was previously owned by a cigarette smoker. I've repainted the entire condo and replaced all the carpet with laminate flooring. But for some reason or another, there is still a ling...
Aaron Hughes
Help - Looking For Good/Affordable Landscaping - MD/DC
Hello,Still very new.I am at the point now where I’ve completed renovations to my Grandmother’s old house. Inside has been completely upgraded. Outside of house pressure washed (brick) and new coats of paint applied...