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Kyle Spearin Hidden Costs
8 June 2016 | 7 replies
I did find that electricity jumped for a couple weeks especially as I had crews in the place all day, and an agent advised me of the FHA rule after I was into the project by 21 days.Essentially it was the little stuff I hadn't planned on - this was a condo and a "resale certificate" is necessary... another few hundred unplanned, mandatory "dryer vent cleaning" (albeit I cannot fine this anywhere in the rules/regs of the association, its just cheaper to do it rather than fight it), cabinet pulls (after replacing counter tops, faucets and fixtures)... all in I came up with another $1400 of unplanned expense, eating up roughly 50% of my contingency budget!
Peter Zora Newbie Success Story: I "accidentally" bought first rental home!
31 May 2016 | 12 replies
And great job fighting thru all the negativity and getting the job done.
Jide Akinyode Refinancing an Home acquired through Assumption Agreement
18 February 2016 | 5 replies
So whenever I've had a deal with possible continuity of obligation issues, it's a big dramatic fight with underwriting probably about 65% of the time. 
Chad Braungart Death of applicant prior to moving in (roommates involved)
18 February 2016 | 16 replies
It's not worth the individual turnover when they fight or one wants to move out.  
James Friery Need advise on this 21 unit pocket listing
22 February 2016 | 13 replies
They will also stay forever, and fight tooth and nail if you try to evict because they know they wont be able to find another Sec 8 unit available.Example, I just looked at 2 fourplexes in south troy last week, they havent had a vacanacy in years, the units are rented for 700/mo, yet the owners can't get 100k for either after a year on the market, and theyre decent buildings.
Nina V. Section 8-First time landlord and already in trouble! Please help
29 March 2016 | 61 replies
In the unfortunate event that a case is filed then proceed the lawful way....keep in mind, the tenant you offended is simply going to find another S8 friendly apartment...why would she waste her time with fighting with you/trying to get you to rent to her...doesn't make sense...so this will pass by IMHO.Also be easy on Dad, he was just trying to help :-)
Allen Mock Is it a waste of time talking to others about investments?
12 March 2016 | 45 replies
They will fight you tooth and nail to prove you are wrong. 
Account Closed Flat Roof Insurance Issue in FLA
23 February 2016 | 10 replies
However, I recommend that you don't fight the issue with the insurance company.  
Asson Denis Introduction
29 February 2016 | 13 replies
I am a computer engineer, currently working a full time job in the field.I am easy adaptable, responsible, self motivated, patient, flexible, dedicated, I believe in proper planning and management .I have the spirit to fight till the last moment with positive attitude , positive thinking to get the job done.I am new in real state, my goal is to buy/hold, flip whole selling and create passive income.
Greg Gasiorowski Investing in Low Income Areas
20 June 2016 | 17 replies
Also, they will run the heat in your house at 80 degrees all winter long, and when it gets too hot, they'll open a window instead of adjusting the temperature.You should account for a large amount of maintenance, or be prepared to fight them over the costs of the things that they damage.I bought my first property with cash out of my pocket, and an owner-held mortgage note.