The vast majority of lawsuits against Landlords are for wrongful eviction, security deposit disputes, and Fair Housing Violations.

Im looking to secure financing for my real estate business.

The changes ensure both buyers and agents are protected, but also the sellers.Compensation: Buyer agent compensation has always been negotiable, but the recent updates encourage even more flexibility.

It's not an effective strategy but a lot of investors believe throwing in high end appliances in itself secures a buyer. 

.- Financing: Starting with cash but hoping to secure loans for future investments.

Do you currently have enough funds to pay first month’s rent and a security deposit?

I've wondered that myself and thought: If an investor was looking for birddogs why would the birddog have to pay the investor money before they began securing leads for the investor, that the investor would then in turn give the birddog an investor's cut on the profit end???

I ended up updating the lease to say that thermostat placement is at the landlord's discretion, ensuring it’s in a spot where the temperature reading is accurate and not affected by drafts or constant foot traffic.

Sometimes it can be difficult to collect and some landlords will keep any unpaid utilities out of the security deposit, though CA is one of the trickier states to do this in.

As for Columbus, it’s a growing market with potential for strong rental demand, but make sure to research specific neighborhoods, local market trends, and the level of competition to ensure you’re making a smart investment.