All Forum Posts by: Les Jean-Pierre

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Yes, I try to max my 401k at all times. What I have done when I have changed jobs is move my 401ks into rollover iras and then invest in stocks. Done pretty well the last few years. I should note that I rented out a condo I lived in and manage a family property so might not be as "active" as other people.

Hi, I want to track down two tenants that owe me money. I have a lot of relevant information. Are there any skiptracing services that will perform a search for only two names? Most seem to do it in large batches. Thanks!

Great thread. I pretty much manage from my phone when things are going right. My input:

1. Lockbox at the property so contractors can get in.

2. No checks for payment. Pay by Venmo/Zelle(I know it isn't supposed to be used for biz purposes).

3. Wifi(I have a three family). Wifi allows me to monitor the place using cameras, I have a wife controlled remote thermostat, and soon an alarm.

4. Keep the paint uniform. I also learned the hard way when you use tile don't get too specific.

5. I tell my tenants to text me only. They seem to like that. I have a separate email account too.

6. I have a separate bank account which allows me to sync everything to my accounting software.

7. Get good contractors you can trust so that you don't have to be out there all the time(but know enough not to get ripped off). A good reliable handyman is a must.

I have been very happy with Blink but have not used them for outdoors yet. You do need to have a strong wifi connection so factor that into your costs.

I'll pm you on the store. They did some nice work but were some bad tenants.

If it is tomorrow, unlikely. Will try if it is next week. Good group of guys to meet.

The law makes no sense but it appears not to have much teeth to it. A person would have to go to the AG to pursue a complaint. Seems pretty cumbersome. But, to your point, the govt is passing laws that will likely have a detrimental effect on renters.

hi, I used Cozy for a background check and they missed an eviction on a tenant that I am now evicting.

Interesting story. I am having problems with the tenant and reached out, through a connection, to the former landlord. I got in contact with the former landlord. He even gave me the Marshall's notice. I went back to Cozy and they owned up to it. But, really that was it. I don't think the judgment showed up either.