I recently rented out a house to a couple that lost their house due to fire. It’s been constant nitpicking (he’s an engineer) the house was a complete rehab; nothing wrong with it. He called me this morning complainin...

Hi, I have a 4 plex in Marlborough.  I have a rule against pets but 2 of my longer term tenants have cats (without asking permission).  I've let it slide for a while - I know I should  have addressed it right away.  I...

What set him off are the constant groups from Socal CA and unpredictable parties.  It can cost $15,000 to $25,000 in legal fees alone if you get sued & complaints to AirBnb & VRBO can get you bounced out. So, ...

Hello group, just bought a property for a rental unit. End row home, LOTS of nicotine, old carpet, old everything.... the unit has lots of gray paneling (covered in nicotine)... thought about cleaning then painting sa...

One week in and I have my first walk through tomorrow with a motivated seller. I'm anxious and excited, ready to get that signature on my first contract. LETS GET IT!!!!

Hello BP Community,It appears as if I will be inheriting tenants in one unit of a duplex I am purchasing.  Here is my questions:The current tenants are smokers, the unit reeks of smoke, and I can't imagine the damage ...

I'm buying a multifamily with long term tenants currently month to month. All want to stay and I'm planning to offer new leases once the deal closes. However, one has a near hoarding situation going on. I'm looking fo...

I think this is worse than smoking. Prejudice?

I've been a landlord for a few years, but have also done other things in life that brought me into peoples homes. For a long time in some homes I've wondered, what is that foul smell? Its not cigarettes or pets or bod...