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Daniel Mendez Landlords, how much do you charge to hold a unit for a potential tenant?
27 June 2024 | 3 replies
@Daniel Mendez As much as possible.If we do a holding agreement to take the unit off the market we try to get them to pay the first month rent and any other move in costs other than the security deposit, which they pay at lease signing. 
Jacob Beg Deficient notice to terminate lease question?
26 June 2024 | 1 reply
Under the circumstances, assuming move out inspection was ok, would you return the entire deposit
James Carlson 18 offers, 12% over list price .... Market going bonkers again?
30 June 2024 | 54 replies
Higher due diligence deposit and going over asking price to win the offer is back.... 
Shelley Peever Heavy Bag in half duplex
26 June 2024 | 4 replies
I’m not sure of the laws and processes in Canada, but here in Florida if the tenant’s use of the bag damages the floor, then the repair costs may be able to be claimed from their security deposit.
Mary Jay Do you rent to people with bad credit?
26 June 2024 | 17 replies
., you may consider conditionally approving with a higher security deposit (or alternatively, use an insurance policy - "fee in lieu of deposit"), first and last month's rent.
Arda Bircan Material participation hours for STR Tax Loophole
27 June 2024 | 10 replies
Deegan and @Arda Bircan There are technically 7 Tests for Material Participation (but 3 that are most common) -> the individual 500 hour mark, that the activity of the individual is substantially all, and that the individual participates more than 100 hours + no-one else spends more time than them.Litmus Test: Are your hours integral to the operationsThe hours that qualify must be substantially all hours and have a legitimate impact on the rental activities.Activities that generally count: showing the property for rent, taking tenant applications & screening tenants, preparing & negotiating leases, cleaning & preparing the units for rent, repairs, and improvements, managing the construction, purchasing supplies & materials, inspecting the property, responding to tenant complaints & inquiries, collecting & depositing rents, evicting tenants, writing & placing advertisements, and working on your websiteActivities that don't count: education & research, investor-type activities, and travel time..
Rajesh Sharma Permits/Licenses for rental SFH in Maricopa, AZ for out-of-state investor
27 June 2024 | 5 replies
a) You will need to file a nonresident Arizona income tax return that reflects the income you earn from your Arizona rental.b) You will not owe TPT and don't need to set up an account to deposit it.
Henley Smokey Is an individual guarantor necessary when leasing to a company?
26 June 2024 | 2 replies
If the company is hesitant, consider their financial statements to assess their stability or negotiate other security measures like a larger security deposit.
Alan Wolkov Land Investor Course Recommendations
27 June 2024 | 28 replies
The market is always evolving and Mark is on the Front Lines along with his students.I felt an instant connection to Mark, he truly is concerned about his student's success, not just selling training material.I found Mark's community to be incredible. 
Arkadiy Iliyayev 30% Vacancy Rate on 40 unit Apartment Complex Need A Leasing Expert
26 June 2024 | 4 replies
Enhance your listings with high-quality photos, virtual tours, and detailed descriptions.Incentives: Offer move-in specials or discounts, such as the first month free or reduced security deposits, to attract tenants.3.