And I want to be clear that he has NOT added extra inspections and the like - I came here to confirm what I might expect as normal, and what would be bologna, should the situation arise.Karen M., as far as where we are in the process: we have a contract in place to purchase a bank-owned property, closing is scheduled for the 24th; and we've contacted our local hard-money guys, some of whom we've met and spoken with before to discuss the process (they come to our REIA meetings), and a couple who we recently discovered but have not talked to before.

Originally posted by Mike M:...As to the OP, no rent raises in 7 years sets a very poor precedence.

We are looking to move out of the area in the near future,and don't want the headache of this happening again, seeing how we are only pulling $100 p/m as is.3.

Hola otra vez mas,I would be curious to know what this applicant's rental history looked like, what the previous landlords said about their tenancy, and why they are moving.This could override the income puzzle.

Originally posted by Luke M.: As for repairs, it would be the egress window.

No mas!

I'm curious to know your take on places like Delaware and other mid Atlantic states vs deep south states as to where people are moving to.I live in NY and we have seen a mas exodus over the last couple of years. 

@Jose Mas Perez There are a variety of lease options we can use to secure a deal. 

stopped by and said Merry X mas all of them were very appreciative even though its a small token.. 

Merrx X-mas, Stephan!