. • Preparation of quarterly reports for the Board of Directors outlining the current status of the leasing program. • Coordination with the Association attorney as needed for enforcement of the leasing provisions. • Assessment and collection of costs for this program from the leased units by the authority of the Community Covenants, Conditions, and Restrictions (CCRs), $150/year.

With careful preparation and thorough investigation, your investment might be a firm foundation for your real estate portfolio.Good luck!

I have never invested in real estate, and if I get Europe, what do you recommend I start studying (legalities, policies, trends) and where can I find the necessary resources/education to prepare to look for deals in Europe?

A lot of time and money goes into test preparation and licensing.

My question is, is there anything more I need to do to (i.e. issue a formal written notice of lease violation) in order to prepare for the possibility of keeping a portion of their security deposit to pay for eliminating the odor? 

Look for properties with potential for value appreciation, understand local market conditions, and be prepared with financing options.

Are you prepared for when things go sideways?

Talk with your tax preparer.  

Here are some things you may want to prepare an answer for so you're not caught off guard and so you don't reveal potentially sensitive info.Q: "are you going to kick me out?"

Hi Akhtar,This is Michael from Coldwell Banker UAE, American Company with global presence.Saw you are currently in Dubai, would love to connect with you so we can meet and discuss about what current investors do so you would be well prepared for this industry!