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David De La Torre Cleveland Rental Property Utility Question: What can I legally make the tenant pay?
28 January 2026 | 11 replies
Which utilities can I legally require the tenant to pay?
Sean Walsh Utility hookup in Plymouth county Ma for an ADU
24 January 2026 | 0 replies
I'm looking for a guideline on what it would cost for utility hook up for an ADU
Eoin Bolger Evaluating Industrial Land in Florida: Zoning Flexibility and Utility Access
13 January 2026 | 0 replies
I’m researching alternative industrial uses where access to substations, fiber routes, and zoning flexibility are key constraints.Curious what others have seen in terms of:- Counties most open to non-traditional industrial uses- Typical setbacks or zoning hurdles- Utility engagement at early land-evaluation stageNot looking to pitch anything, just trying to understand how others approach feasibility.
Jeremy Baskin Utilities Disconnected During Buyer's Inspection?
3 January 2026 | 2 replies
I've purchased a number of homes with utilities off.
Jessica Yuan Question on record keeping as the landlord
14 January 2026 | 5 replies
It's not that a resident just becomes a number, rather that you can only retain so many interactions had in a day.Fair Housing is the main point that comes to mind, but I also think that a separate point that Brandon is making is to get in the habit of documenting everything.
Austin Layke Long Time Reader First Time Poster!
14 January 2026 | 2 replies
Now I made an account to interact and help out others, see what I can learn as well! 
Christian Welch Outdoor Hospitality Assets: Specialty Resort Types Investors Should Understand
23 January 2026 | 0 replies
Successful operators maximize offseason programming (events, summer activities) to stabilize cash flow.Waterpark ResortsWhat defines them:Waterpark resorts include indoor or outdoor aquatic facilities of at least 10,000 square feet, featuring slides, pools, and interactive attractions designed to drive demand.Investor considerations:• Family-oriented demand with strong repeat visitation• Indoor parks can reduce seasonality• Water attractions significantly boost length of stay and ancillary spendKey risks:• Substantial upfront construction and mechanical costs• Ongoing safety, staffing, and maintenance requirements• Higher insurance and operational oversightInvestor takeaway:Waterpark resorts function as entertainment-anchored hospitality assets.
Don Konipol The Least Utilized Wealth Building Strategy in Real Estate - Part 2
31 December 2025 | 1 reply
Okay, (imo) utilizing financing to profit is the least utilized strategy; but a close second is the straight optionI’m not referring to the lease option that some use successfully when leasing a SFR to a tenant - I’m referring to a straight option to purchase.Let me provide an actual example. 
Don Konipol The Least Utilized Wealth Building Strategy in Real Estate
30 December 2025 | 12 replies
There are two ways one can utilize these “creative” strategies.  
Christina Giaretta Cashing Out 401k experience?
7 January 2026 | 7 replies
While we don’t work with foreign investors directly, here in the US, rental real estate is often used to offset taxes especially if you are a high W2 income earner or business owner, and understanding how passive vs non-passive income interacts with your other income is key.