I don't even think its worth a sub-toSounds like you spoke to collections (who will tell you anything to get money) and not loss mitigation, as paying back due balances are NEVER part of a short sale.

However, if you seem similar listings in your area and they're requiring tenants put utilities in their name, then you should feel more comfortable doing so.

Bank of America does this - not sure about the minimums, but if you have a good relationship with your local branch, they can waive the monthly fees until your balance grows from rental income.

This one requires a very specific tenant who values that feature.This variation got me thinking: How can I identify more properties like my first one?

@Zach HowardThere is no legal requirement for landlords to actually witness lease violations firsthand.

Look for any clauses about rental caps, short-term rentals, or owner-occupancy requirements.

Due to the size of your portfolio you might outgrow it, but I find it to do most everything I require.

The servicers have to send notices 15 days prior to the transfer, but the new servicer is required by law to honor any payments made to the old servicer for 60 days.

If a bank does this, they have no flexibility in their lending and must meet Fannie Mae's and Freddie Mac's requirements in each loan.

To 1031 it doesnt make a lot of sense IMO since $100k of equity going into a new property with 7-8% interest rates will force us to look into markets outside of Oregon, require a Property Mgr at 7-10% and we're almost back at square one unless its a MF with great cashflow.The main considerations for liquidating the brokerage account are: capital gains + OR state income taxes will be brutal, I like the idea of tax advantaged real estate gains AND growing real wealth and assets, not paper wealth.