https://developer.amazon.com/e...I have a W-2 in tech, and I saw this pop up in conversation.  Curious what the BP community thinks of having smart devices like this in higher end STR or long-term rentals?  Do you thi...

For reference, the Internet of Things (or IoT) is a network of ‘things’ that are Internet-connected and exchange data back and forth.‘Things’ can include physical devices, computers, automobiles, appliances, etc. Thes...

I'm ramping up my REI business and need some suggestions on the best phone system to use to answer multiple marketing campaigns.  I'll use a 24 hot line with a local number as my primary destination for incoming calls...

The big topic at this years CES electronic trade show is home automation and how it is becoming more standard and affordable.  With the capabilities to control water, heating/air, doors, and even monitor occupancy; do...

My wife and I are starting out with our first rental, and being rookies, want to be sure that we are insured to the hilt. We were hoping some of you guys could look over our situation and see if you had any suggestion...

Hey Guys and Gals. Wondering what your thoughts would be regarding a Virtual Project Management service to serve investors regarding: Estimating, Takeoffs, Permitting, Interior/Exterior Design Plans, Project Coordinat...

I'm in the process of renovating my latest rental house.  I've been thinking about Smart-Home features which would be beneficial to a landlord as opposed to wiz-bang cool features to attract tenants. Specifically, I'm...

I know that none of these replies will be legal advice and I should consult a lawyer, yada yada yada...However, can someone dissect this portion of Chapter 475.43 and explain what this may mean to them:All contracts, ...

As it relates to residential water usage, it’s better to save more by flushing less.Case in point: Demand has wiped out the low-flush toilet supply in Boulder County, Colorado, the nonprofit Center for ReSource Conser...

Paging @Bill GulleyRecently you wrote a post about contracts, citing various forms of fraud such as fraud by inducement, etc. A friend has a situation with an unlicensed broker that appears to possibly be going to cou...