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Roberto Gavilanes Section 8 Rentals - Starting out / Pros & Cons / Workload / Tips / Red Flags
15 October 2023 | 1 reply
Familiarize yourself with relevant laws, consult with attorneys if needed, connect with your local housing authority to understand their processes, and network with experienced landlords for insights and tips.Advantages:Guaranteed Rent: Reliable government-backed payments.Steady Demand: Consistent demand lowers vacancies.Market Stability: Rent limits based on fair market rates.Disadvantages:Regulations: Stringent rules and inspections.Paperwork: Complex administrative tasks.Rent Delays: Occasional payment delays.Workload:Regular property inspections.Extensive documentation.Fair housing compliance.Frequent communication.Tips for Success:Understand the Program: Master Section 8 rules.Screen Tenants: Vigilant tenant screening.Maintain Good Communication: Clear lines of contact.Document Everything: Detailed record-keeping.Red Flags:Late payments.Tenant complaints or violations.Frequent inspections or non-compliance.Tenant Relations:Treat with respect.Promptly address repairs.Clear communication in lease.If you find a specific property you are interested in feel free to send me a PMThanks*
Melissa Ziegler New & Nervous
10 November 2023 | 19 replies
It's discouraging to offer the same advice over and over and then rarely see it implemented with a followup post down the line.I hope you'll continue to be the exception!
Jason Sung Is it OK to use personal checking account to manage rental income?
1 November 2023 | 3 replies
Hi BP community, I am trying to implement Profit First method, which suggests to open multiple accounts; tax account, operating cost account, profit account etc. 
Warren Mitchell Need guidance on Orlando Airbnb Investment
14 February 2021 | 8 replies
City recently implemented strong regulations on Airbnb.
Manjusha Tangirala Pool Safety Measures for My Airbnb Rental in Escondido, CA
9 November 2023 | 9 replies
Safety Measures: What are some essential safety measures I should consider implementing, such as pool alarms or fencing?
Cali Skier Experienced landlord asking: Would you rent a 1 acre house with a swimming pool?
12 November 2023 | 5 replies
Though I did have to switch umbrella insurance companies as USLI implemented a $1million max for anyone with any pools at any of their rentals. 
Brendon Bourne Property Management Best Practices
10 September 2023 | 19 replies
@Brendon Bourne would need more specific details to comment on.Otherwise, suggest you hire a consultant to create an implementation plan.
Sovannary O. Sub-Metering Water
30 August 2019 | 7 replies
Can this be implemented immediately?
Daniel Rutherford Handling Down Payment and Closing with LLC
22 November 2018 | 11 replies
If you don't, you'll be better served by taking care of the other forms of risk mitigation (which you need to implement anyway) and not complicating yourself at this stage with an LLC.And be careful when transferring property with a QCD, you'll break the title chain and risk loosing title insurance.
Josh Edelson Why are all the insurance companies pulling out of disaster areas!?
1 October 2023 | 28 replies
Higher powers are most certainly not trying to keep people from owning homes (though policies like rent control often have the opposite of their intended consequences, I choose to believe that their implementation is a misguided attempt to do good, not evil intent to reduce affordability), and one silver lining for housing affordability is a wave of laws that effectively drive top down zoning allowing for multifamily construction, ADU construction, or other development.