All Forum Posts by: Michael Kirstein

makes sense, thanks a lot steve!

thank you everybody - interesting to see that opinions differ on whether CAL or rental license is required; i guess i better check with phila.gov!

hi there - i'd really appreciate if someone could clarify the requirements & process for getting a landlord license in Philly. I own a condo there, new construction from last year. 

According to this recent link: http://xcelpm.com/get-philadelphia-landlord-license/

...it seems that the CAL needs to be obtained by the HOA, not me:

"Note that the Commercial Activity License is required for all properties that have four or more residential units which are rented to separate tenants. A recent court ruling determined that individually owned condo units that are rented out must also have a CAL which includes all units in the building; this CAL must be obtained by the respective Condominium Association or management corporation."

It sounds like once the HOA has the CAL, then I can apply for the actual landlord license:

City of Philadelphia Housing inspection license.

Is this correct, or..?

thanks Ed - it appears that state farm is the cheapest option for me for regular insurance, also compared to REI guard.

thank you all, much appreciated!

thank you all for the input!  any other suggestions are welcome...

Hi all - I just bought a house outside Indianapolis, and paid 1 year's insurance up front - but since the rehab took longer than expected, the insurance company is now dropping the insurance. I basically need a few weeks of insurance for the vacant property while my property manager finds a tenant. Any ideas for a reasonably priced solution?

hi there - i own an almost brand new 2BR condo in philly (francisville/fairmount). i need help to find a new tenant in april, and am reluctant to pay my broker a fee of 1 month's rent. any advice on a reliable cheaper solution?  i'd like to outsource this since i live in CA - thanks!