6 February 2026 | 15 replies
AirBnB does not collect security deposits, so I setup OwnerRez to collect the security deposit as they recommend in their documentation (https://www.ownerrez.com/support/articles/security-deposit-h...).
11 February 2026 | 0 replies
One thing I always encourage my clients to do is to secure their investment legally, not just contractually.For example: where possible, I advise them to register a charge against the developer.
9 February 2026 | 0 replies
One thing I always encourage my clients to do is to secure their investment legally, not just contractually.For example: where possible, I advise them to register a charge against the developer.
11 February 2026 | 8 replies
I installed an ADT home security system at the time and have since been paying a monthly subscription for their services for the past 4 years in total.
12 February 2026 | 3 replies
Long story short new tenant had a reversal on their first months rent and security deposit.
27 January 2026 | 0 replies
I’m looking for input from private lenders and operators who have experience structuring secured loans for small commercial manufacturing businesses.Here’s the situation:I operate a Delaware holding company that owns a licensed cannabis-infused beverage and consumer goods manufacturing operation in Denver.
1 February 2026 | 4 replies
Also any recommendations for solar powered outdoor security cameras that you’ve tried and make sense.
11 February 2026 | 8 replies
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12 February 2026 | 15 replies
Typical buckets:Income: Rent, late fees, laundry/otherOperating: repairs & maintenance, utilities, insurance, HOA, supplies, advertising, legal/pro fees, bank feesTurnover: cleaning, paint, small replacementsCapEx (capital improvements): roof, HVAC, major appliances, renovations (track separately)Liabilities: security deposits (not income)Auto: mileage (or actuals) + tolls/parking if applicable5) Year-end handoff to your CPA becomes stupid-easyGive them:P&L by propertyBalance sheet (including security deposit liability)CapEx list (date, vendor, amount, what it was)Mileage total + method1099 info if relevant (vendors)PM statements (if applicable)If you want this to feel effortless, the best move is using banking that’s designed for rentals: separate accounts by property, clean transaction feeds, and bookkeeping/reporting that’s “landlord-native.”That’s why I like Baselane for this exact question: it’s banking built for real estate investors, so the workflow above becomes the default instead of a constant discipline test.Full transparency: Baselane is a BiggerPockets partner, but even if they weren’t, the “banking-first bookkeeping” approach is still the right answer for landlords who want clean books without living in spreadsheets.
5 February 2026 | 9 replies
.- TakeOver Evaluation Video & Property Data Sheet, share video with owner for possible repairs- Per owner selections on our PMA, have tax docs, water bills, etc. mailed to us.TENANTS- Send tenant(s) Welcome Aboard Package with TakeOver Questionnaire (confirms occupants, pets, how long there, rent rate, security deposit, who owns appliances, etc.)- Review previous rent ledger for patterns to be aware of, note their lease in PMC software- Try to convert to our Lease, to make it easier on our staff (we don't tell tenants they don't have to do this)- Opportunity to renew/extend lease with increase?