Short of running a security system with camera, how do we prevent this in the future.

We pick up the mail, go straight to the bank, open the envelopes and prepare the deposit slips at the bank (in view of the security cameras) and make our deposit with the bank teller.

A Good digital camera works wonders, as smaller property owner I have a set of good outdoor photo's I always use, and several of inside and I do a sketch of floor plan for my listing.So I take my own. 

Love the video blog @Kyle Grimm 2 quick things, 1) what camera are you using, pretty good quality, second have you thought about a steady camera mount?

Lying on a time card should put them on your side - provided you can show the proof (be it a camera showing they're not there that day/time that they claimed (save the footage) on their timesheet, or whatever you have.  

- Legal boundaries (security cameras in common spaces, renting out garages - per zoning, required code updates)- Balancing fixing it up *too* much for our rental market- Transferring our mortgage to an LLC (credit union wouldn't allow it initially - looking into whether we have a due on sale clause)- General asset protectionI will post a more specific tenant screening question in another post, but that is us. 

We have posted "no dumping allowed" signs but that doesn't stop anything so short of installing an expensive camera system in hopes to capture video of the scum bags, what else can we do?

Walking for Dollars - or Farming has been a great way to make contacts with potential sellers.Over forty years ago when I stared as an agent - it was my daily goal to talk to ten people a day - I would go where ever the public was welcome - building supply outlets - stores - restaurants - professional offices -Be Prepare - look like you are important - Have a clipboard in hand with pen at the readyA camera hanging from your neckNeatly dressed -Questions to ask -----Is this the property for sale? 

Probably couldn't find it with a camera either.  

Ok Bryan Tomko,I am going to give you the best advice I can to help you win this deal without overspending for it.First things first,you need to establish the exact condition of the property,the approximate after repair value,and the true current value of the property.You do this by having professional contractors do a full inspection of the property and estimate every possible repair and upgrades you need to get the property into full ARV condition.This is a 60 year old property in what I imagine is a harsh winter environment.Snow,ice,possible rodent and insect infestations,can and will deteriorate the property over time.I am going to assume a few things now.The roof probably hasn't been replaced in a long time,if ever,it will need replacing.The wiring probably needs repairs and/or replacement.The plumbing needs a inspection with a camera through every pipe to determine damage and replacement if needed.Especially the sewer pipes and main water lines bringing water to and sewage from the home to the city pipes.They are exposed more to the elements and can break over time.I'm guessing the kitchen and bathrooms have never been upgraded and replaced,they will need that completely.New drywall and repainting inside and out.All the costs of doing that work need to be put into your offer by deducting them from the after repair value which you will establish by getting comps from recently sold properties in that area.Once you have all that,you will now be able to sit down with your family and discuss this like a business transaction.No sentimental garbage,just business.You can hug it out with them when the contract is signed.You can use the fact that they are losing 700 per month in insurance as a reason to accept this deal immediately.Now make no mistake,they are going to be upset that the house isn't worth what they hoped it was at this moment.Don't argue with them!!!!