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21 January 2025 | 11 replies
The law does NOT apply to landlords:With less then 5 rental unitsThat live in one unit of a duplex and rent out the other unitThat rent out rooms in the home they occupySo, landlords can no longer state in their rental ads, "Section 8 not accepted".The reverse is also true, "Section 8 only", cannot be used.We've always recommended screening S8 tenants the same way as cash-paying tenants.Landlords waiving application fees and/or security deposits only for S8 prospects may also be violating Fair Housing.
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19 January 2025 | 42 replies
Quote from @Christina Weaver: Hi, @Steven Hamilton II my husband and I live in California, a community property state.
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22 January 2025 | 7 replies
I live on the west side of London and would be happy to connect and learn more about your goals and see what I can do to help.
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23 January 2025 | 0 replies
My name is Cesar and I am originally from Puerto Rico but have been living in Virginia for over 20 years.
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22 January 2025 | 5 replies
I am a 37 year old high school basketball coach that is not very happy with where I am financially and am seeking a way out of living paycheck to paycheck.
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23 January 2025 | 21 replies
I like the detailed descriptions others have given, but I also keep it simple:A: I’d live there with my familyB: I’d live there if I had to with my family C: I’d live there if I was single D: Nope
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26 January 2025 | 15 replies
I have 1 partner who provides up to 75% of the down payment, however, my goal has always been to live below my means, save money, and invest the saved money as a downpayment.
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20 January 2025 | 7 replies
I have a tenant who lives in my very nice three bedroom unit whose lease provides a pet authorization for “one dog, one cat and one rabbit.”
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1 February 2025 | 7 replies
Here’s why:Putting aside the actual physical danger of living in a fire prone area.
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24 December 2024 | 5 replies
Living trust does nothing for anonymity.