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Javier Rosales Attracting Tenants to avoid long Vacancy
3 December 2025 | 14 replies
One unit is empty. if the unit is what i see i the pictures. it does not look too shabby. it does have laundry hook ups and it own space. unit also needs a fridge. i will whats needed for the unit, and purchase w/D and a fridge to avoid long vacancy 
Ramon Mota Can Deposit be used to cover unpaid utilities
6 December 2025 | 4 replies
KeroseneIf the lease says kerosene is not the owner’s responsibility, then refilling the tank cannot be deducted.However, if leaving the tank empty created a condition you were obligated to remedy (e.g., heat system can’t run without it), some landlords argue it falls under “tenant failed to leave the unit in the same condition.”
Tiffany A. Tools to Help Select a Market
10 December 2025 | 10 replies
If I see a lot of very nice listings with empty calendars I stay away.
Chase Calhoun My Worst Deal Ever (…That I’d Still Do Again, Maybe...)
7 December 2025 | 3 replies
The Capitol View Five-Duplex SagaMost investors love telling their best-deal stories.This is not one of those.This is the deal that punched me in the mouth, emptied my bank account more times than I want to admit, and taught me more than any “wins” ever have.The DealFive duplexes (10 units) in Capitol View, Little Rock, AR.Bought mid-2021.
Michael Peterson Are AI Videos for real estate listing even good?
20 November 2025 | 1 reply
It is harder to sell an "empty" house. 
Sasha Leans order of rental repair
5 December 2025 | 4 replies
I wanted to also address this while it's empty.
Javier Rosales Mortgage Forbearance Over Vacancy
30 November 2025 | 5 replies
Hi BP Community, Has anyone gone through claiming mortgage forbearance over an empty unit you may have had until you filled it.
Benji Halpern Rental Sitting on the Market
5 December 2025 | 6 replies
For example in your situation, 2 months empty at 1,500 = 3,000. (3,000 / 12 = $250 a month).
Rajagopalarao Paidi My Property is listed for 5 months still in market planning to rent
2 December 2025 | 30 replies
One of the older properties I bought was initially photographed empty, was in need of renovation and was not selling hence me checking it out. 
Sandra Gutierrez Significant pet odor, would you buy this house?
4 December 2025 | 8 replies
Let it run for 12-24 hours with the house empty.