All Forum Posts by: Colette Major

 When you say, "write it off", is there a way to "expense unpaid rent"? Thank you

I would recommend attempting to obtain the contact phone number independent of the number that the tenant provides, i.e. website of the property. If that is not possible, attempt to ask a question that only the actual landlord would know, not just a friend/family member on the other end of the phone.

I have returned to this page again. I have a burning question, is GIG separate from the property management folks at Graystone. I signed up with Graystone property management and found out the people within my property team live in India. I had two people on the ground in Tampa, who inspect and do maintenance. The "guy" in charge, was extremely concerned about the PRIVACY of the prospective tenants, wanting to keep as much info away from me as possible. This is my first PM experience, is that normal? Do tenants have the expectation to keep basic screening info from their landlords?

Do landlords typically relinquish everything to the PM? We were aghast?

Tampa Bay area collections agencies, to enforce a judgment from Hillsborough county? Looking for the best!!!!

I will post an update as soon as there is a resolution, Hopefully with words of wisdom to fellow landlords.

We have a conscious for a good reason, if your inner self is having difficulty taking the route of significant increase, go with that! 

The cost of doing business: Looking for an awesome eviction attorney, Hillsborough county, Brandon Florida. We have tried everything from a compassionate standpoint, must move forward. Anyone with a great recommendation. Thanks BP community.

I love the BP forums, you guys are rock stars. I want to give an update!

1. I had great professional photos from the onset.

2.Hired @properties before I accepted the offer to determine if the area was viable for renters.

3. Surveyed 3 realtors in the neighborhood for a price point, (there was 1 "comp" within a 3 mile radius)

4. After 1 month on the MLS and 60 other sites, We reached out to that1 comp homeowner to ask about his traffic. His strategy was temporary housing for insured people with home damage. Business was doing well for them. "turning people away"

5. I signed up with A.L.E. Solutions, State farm, Nationwide, Temporary Housing Directory, & Farmers on Friday. By Wednesday, I have a 1 yr lease at asking price, moving in on Sunday. ALE has paid Nov, Dec, Security already. They will furnish it, pay all utilities. 

6. Thank you for ALL of the support!!!

Very encouraging . Thank you