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Evan Lago SMS Text Blasting Platforma
26 July 2025 | 1 reply
The obvious to choices would be between smarter contact and launch control, however, I would like to know if anyone has tried any other platforms besides those two that allow importing cold lists from other softwares like propstream.
Connie K. Best place to list long-term SF for rent?
15 July 2025 | 2 replies
Hi Connie,In addition to Zillow, here are a few other platforms that have worked well for marketing long-term single-family rentals:Apartments.com (which also syndicates to sites like ForRent.com and ApartmentFinder)Realtor.comHotPads (owned by Zillow, but sometimes gets separate traffic)Craigslist (still effective in many markets—just be mindful of scams)Facebook Marketplace and local Facebook rental groupsAvail or TurboTenant – free or low-cost platforms that also syndicate to multiple rental sitesAlso, if you're in an area with strong local demand, a simple yard sign can still attract quality tenants.Hope that helps—and best of luck filling your vacancy!
Patrick Howarth Checking account for Rental property
29 June 2025 | 13 replies
This keeps income and expenses completely separate, which is essential for:Clean bookkeeping and tax reporting on Schedule ESimplifying deductions, especially for mortgage interest, repairs, and depreciationAvoiding IRS red flags if you're ever auditedProtecting yourself legally (especially if you ever hold the property in an LLC)It doesn’t matter whether the new account is with Capital One or a different bank—just choose one that:Has no or low monthly feesOffers easy online access and mobile check depositIntegrates with accounting tools (like QuickBooks, Stessa, or your CPA’s preferred platform)You don’t need to overcomplicate it—a basic business or personal checking account used exclusively for the rental works just fine if you’re not holding title in an LLC yet.
Shawn Abinet Any local REI meet ups?
27 July 2025 | 3 replies
I'm in Texas, but would recommend using the platform MeetUp for local events 
Zach McKinney New, Eager to learn and Nervous for "The First"
22 July 2025 | 2 replies
We hope to build and protect constant long term cashflow that maybe one day can pass down to our children.What we can bring to the table, hard work, dedication, and eagerness to succeed.Although I do not have a degree, I do have a strong background in construction, plumbing, electrical work.
Ken M. AI Gets Mad deletes entire company - Oops Said CEO
23 July 2025 | 2 replies
OOPsAI coding platform goes rogue during code freeze and deletes entire company database — Replit CEO apologizes after AI engine says it 'made a catastrophic error in judgment' and 'destroyed all production data'NewsBy Mark Tyson published 2 days ago‘This was a catastrophic failure on my part,’ admits Replit’s AI agenthttps://www.tomshardware.com/tech-industry/artificial-intell...
Ian Gilligan Best couch for longevity
22 July 2025 | 7 replies
Candidly I think the best option is some kind of dedicated scratching post, and or a "disposable" or "replaceable" piece of leather or material that goes where the cats are scratching. 
Thomas Lorini Cross-Border Investor | Helping Canadians Break into U.S. Real Estate
26 July 2025 | 0 replies
My name is Thomas Lorini, and I’m excited to reconnect with fellow investors here after being away from the platform for a few years.I’m a full-time real estate investor and the CEO of a private investment firm focused on U.S. multifamily.
TJ Abdullahi Managing a rental property on your own and wondering if it’s worth the stress?
26 July 2025 | 0 replies
I didn’t want to pay 10% of my rent to a property manager, but I also didn’t want to chase tenants, coordinate repairs, or do inspections from miles away.So I built a lightweight tool that handles rent collection, repair requests, and virtual property checks — all without the bloated features or high costs of traditional platforms.🎯 It’s designed specifically for people like me and you — everyday folks managing 1–3 rental units and just wanting peace of mind.💸 You could save $2,000/year or more by managing your property smarter.👉 Join the waitlist and get early access + 3 months free:🔗 https://landing-page-nyxi.onrender.com/I’d love your feedback too — we’re building this with and for real landlords.
TJ Abdullahi Managing a rental property on your own and wondering if it’s worth the stress?
26 July 2025 | 0 replies
I didn’t want to pay 10% of my rent to a property manager, but I also didn’t want to chase tenants, coordinate repairs, or do inspections from miles away.So I built a lightweight tool that handles rent collection, repair requests, and virtual property checks — all without the bloated features or high costs of traditional platforms.🎯 It’s designed specifically for people like me and you — everyday folks managing 1–3 rental units and just wanting peace of mind.💸 You could save $2,000/year or more by managing your property smarter.👉 Join the waitlist and get early access + 3 months free:🔗 https://landing-page-nyxi.onrender.com/I’d love your feedback too — we’re building this with and for real landlords.