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Don Blake Seeking advice or opinion on how to handle security deposit
2 July 2024 | 1 reply
It turns out the boyfriend has been charge with abusive behavior and has been issued a restraining order by the courts that essentially evicted from the home.Due to the fact they both did not strong credit, I had initially taken 2 months rent from them as security deposit, with the understanding that 1 month would be returned at end of 1st year lease if they decided to renew. 
Michael Oliver Looking into Detroit but SO scared
5 July 2024 | 73 replies
Several owners have posted here on BP, that they made the mistake of paying the CFK funds to the nonpaying tenant, usually duped because that tenant claimed they needed the money to move, and then the tenant did NOT move out:(So, our CFK process requires them to sign acknowledgement forms about the process, which we've actually been able to use in court against the tenant when they don't follow thru on the process.SECURITY: always a challenge in Class C & D areas!
Rebecca Coleman Unpaid taxes and unpaid HOA
1 July 2024 | 4 replies
I would add, also check to see if you state has court cases on line.
Adam Burrows How to Avoid "Piercing the Corporate Veil?"
1 July 2024 | 5 replies
This is all to show to a Court and a savvy plaintiff attorney (when you get sued) that your business activities follow corporate formalities and they are separate from you as an individual. 
Michael Bishay How Do you Screen Section 8 Tenants when you are out of State?
30 June 2024 | 3 replies
Even if you get a solid PM I always like to double-check the county court records and see if anything was missed. 
Graeme Harris How to serve notice?
1 July 2024 | 6 replies
You are terminating their lease, which is done without court involvement.I recommend you present the tenants with an introduction letter as soon as you close on the property.
Andres Pepping Section 8 ROI
1 July 2024 | 5 replies
They probably do crack down now and then and the consequences will probably be way more expensive when you are in the federal court system, than just a slap on the wrist or a finger wag.   
Marcus Amison Can an LLC formed in one state buy property in another state?
1 July 2024 | 13 replies
Also it would likely need a registered agent in state to properly handle a court process.
Henry Clark Self Storage- Economic Outlook- Positioning
1 July 2024 | 12 replies
Meaning you will pay both sides attorneys fees as well as end up with other possible costs going forward in your life and possible court forced asset liquidations and kicked out of your home.
Joyce Kim Newbie needs help😭:Eviction Lawyer needed for a property in the City of Los Angeles
29 June 2024 | 4 replies
I need to respond to the attorney's demand letter and almost want to go to court, even if it takes six months to evict her.