Smart locks are becoming more common in rentals, especially short-term and multifamily units.Pros:No need to rekey between tenantsCan grant/revoke access remotely (great for maintenance or showings)Access logs for added securityTenants like the convenienceCons:Dependence on batteries or Wi-Fi—can fail if not maintainedSome tenants may be uncomfortable with perceived privacy concernsHigher upfront cost and potential for tech support issuesIf the system fails, physical access could be a problemFor long-term rentals, a keypad lock with manual override might be a better balance—still allows for code changes without rekeying, but avoids some of the tech pitfalls of smart locks tied to Wi-Fi or apps.Whatever you choose, just make sure there's a backup access method and clear communication with tenants about how it's managed.

I just purchased a property and would like to replace the locks and thermostats to something I can control through an app and give codes to the renters. Any suggestions? Google Nest is being discontinued, so not sure ...

If it were mine those windows would be just clear glass- clean clear glass on the turn.

Click on the magnifying glass in the upper corner and you can fine 100’s of previous discussions/recommendations.

Again, PLAN THE HOUSE FOR THE TURN AROUND, not for when the cleaners have a couple of days between bookings.For kitchen items, think durability (i.e. stainless steel carafe vs glass carafe in a coffee maker).  

Please just click on the magnifying glass in the upper corner.

I won't tell you what to do but - What I have seen in many of these situations is people have rose colored glasses on what it costs to complete and the time it takes and would have been better off selling immediately over continuing the bleeding. if I knew what my losses were I would accept them vs trying to fight through too many unknowns especially managing from afar 

If you click on the magnifying glass in the upper corner you can search for previous discussions.

Hey Bigger Pockets Community,As real estate investors, we focus on building wealth, creating passive income, and securing financial freedom. But one tool that often gets overlooked in the wealth-building strategy is l...

@Brian Hernandez Selling your NYC property via a 1031 exchange and reinvesting out of state is a smart way to defer capital gains and depreciation recapture taxes while increasing cash flow and portfolio diversification.