I have heard mixed responses on whether to charge both first and last month’s rent and a security deposit, or just first or last month’s rent and security deposit.

To supplement my down payment, I have secured $50k via gift and inheritance.

The lease termination fee needs to be paid at the time they request this, do not substitute the security deposit for this purpose.This will ensure compensation for time, money and effort needed for a tenant turnover, including advertising and showing costs, regular repairs, utilities during vacancy etc.

Security Deposits / Escrow: If you would like to use Baselane for an escrow account, you can simply open another sub account that is separate from your day-to-day activities.

Security deposit amountYou can find plenty of examples by searching for "tenant estoppel certificate doc" or exchanging "doc" with "pdf" for more options.Here is an example and explanation: Sample EstoppelSome have a lot of legal jargon but this document does not need to be so detailed.

Let's say I buy at tax sale, I want your rehab money 30 days later, would you lend to me for the rehab without security of the property?

Borrowing from multiple investors on one note creates a security that likely requires a registration or some other form of exemption.

This is a general question for security deposit deductions made by a landlord of a complex.

Give them 24 hours to pay the security deposit and sign the lease.

I have searched the web to find some paid subscriptions like Monarch or YNAB or Empower.