Well it was only a matter of time before I had a bed bug issue.... I don't want to get into the details of it but suffice to say, I bought a property, and about a week in we discover roaches and bed bugs. I'm fine let...

exterminator mentioned to tenant he saw active termite tunnels. i know treatment options vary.  i know there is spot treatment where active termites are present.  i know there are bait traps.  and i know there are tre...

Hi BP'ersI have a contract on a 12-unit apartment. Both buildings show evidence of dead termites. One of the buildings shows evidence of treatment for termites. The other shows evidence of damage to a partition wall i...

Has anyone had success treating a unit with diotemacous earth for bedbugs? I thought I did a very good job of lining the entire apartment with light DE powder just like I was supposed to but the critters came back ...

Hey guys!

We have two contradicting reports on dry wood termite infestation at our quad in San Diego.

One pest company recommends fumigation, the other recommends spot treatment and option to pay 400$/year for re-t...

What do I do if I want to rent out my second home with a rider? Is refinancing only the option?
If I leave as is, will I be able to claim the property as rental on tax return or is it a violation? (i.e., do banks and ...

Well, it finally happened. One of my tenants (in a duplex- so that plays into it) is claiming they have bed bugs. They believe they came from the house next door (not the other side of the duplex) that recently had al...

Hi all. Hoping I can get advice on how to eliminate strong smoke odors in a bathroom.

We repainted the bath, cleaned out the bath ventilation fan, pretty much addressed anything that we could cosmetically.

Also tr...

Did you acquire residential or other investment property in Santa Cruz County prior to July 1st, 2023, and are now contemplating selling it? It is essential to familiarize yourself with the new septic system ordinance...

I recently had an inspection on a 4plex that I plan to owner occupy. Most of the inspection was really minor stuff aside from a bed bug infestation in 2 (if not 3) of the units. Thankfully the units with the worst of ...