I’m considering getting rid of my desktop computer and using a laptop exclusively. Laptops are fast, cheap, mobile and can be hooked up to a big monitor when available. I think desktops are becoming a thing of the ...

I have a 1200sqf 3/1 ranch with a mild bedbug infestation.  I'm trying to figure out the most effective approach (chemical vs heat vs cold vs fumigation, etc).  Mt specific question relates to heat treatments.  Does a...

This is both to share what I have found so far, and ask for additional ideas/feedback.  Basically trying to figure out the best way to have two completely separate internet networks on a property including the wired e...

Hello, all! I was hoping for some guidance. Are PMs required to indicate their repair fees, or do most PMs just inflate repair prices? We had plumbing work done. The estimate provided by the PM was 1k more than the es...

By default, Airbnb charges hosts a 3% service fee then charges the guest an additional service fee.  Airbnb gives hosts the option to be charged a 14% service fee so that guests do not have to pay one.  Has anyone exp...

Hi BP Community,Today some tax news came out that is very relevant to the industry. I'm sure many are aware of the new Sec 199A deduction which essentially allows for a 20% exclusion of income earned for business owne...

One thing that confuses me is when bidding do you get interest on the amount you over bid from the original owed amount or by over bidding are you lessening your profits?

Does anyone know a good resource for learnin...

Hi,I am a local investor in Suburban Austin area. I usually do make ready (paint, carpet, fence, toilets, fixtures etc.) on an acquisition before renting out. I intend to offend no one by this post. I am sure there ar...

Hi all.  I currently have a contract and am in due diligence on a foreclosed commercial property that was a popular deli/sandwich restaurant.  It still has almost all of the equipment as it looks like the owner cleane...

Hi everyone, we are looking to get into vacation rentals in the near future.  As we think through this and start reading more books I wanted to ask the community here.  What have you seen that is successful and possib...