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Nathan Crankfield How to work around strict STR laws?
11 August 2023 | 65 replies
Keep in mind, it's a newer emerged "thing", and with that there is a time of sorting things out, deciding how to define it, what issues come up, what regulatory actions need to be done etc..
Chelsea Price Do I need a management company?
23 August 2023 | 50 replies
Regulatory environment of that particular country or market.
Danny Webber NOD - PRE NOD LISTS NOW
2 December 2020 | 7 replies
(g)Protection of medical information(1)Limitation on consumer reporting agenciesA consumer reporting agency shall not furnish for employment purposes, or in connection with a credit or insurance transaction, a consumer report that contains medical information (other than medical contact information treated in the manner required under section 1681c(a)(6) of this title) about a consumer, unless—(A)if furnished in connection with an insurance transaction, the consumer affirmatively consents to the furnishing of the report;(B)if furnished for employment purposes or in connection with a credit transaction—(i)the information to be furnished is relevant to process or effect the employment or credit transaction; and(ii)the consumer provides specific written consent for the furnishing of the report that describes in clear and conspicuous language the use for which the information will be furnished; or(C)the information to be furnished pertains solely to transactions, accounts, or balances relating to debts arising from the receipt of medical services, products, or devises, where such information, other than account status or amounts, is restricted or reported using codes that do not identify, or do not provide information sufficient to infer, the specific provider or the nature of such services, products, or devices, as provided in section 1681c(a)(6) of this title.(2)Limitation on creditorsExcept as permitted pursuant to paragraph (3)(C) or regulations prescribed under paragraph (5)(A), a creditor shall not obtain or use medical information (other than medical information treated in the manner required under section 1681c(a)(6) of this title) pertaining to a consumer in connection with any determination of the consumer’s eligibility, or continued eligibility, for credit.(3)Actions authorized by Federal law, insurance activities and regulatory determinationsSection 1681a(d)(3) of this title shall not be construed so as to treat information or any communication of information as a consumer report if the information or communication is disclosed—(A)in connection with the business of insurance or annuities, including the activities described in section 18B of the model Privacy of Consumer Financial and Health Information Regulation issued by the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (as in effect on January 1, 2003);(B)for any purpose permitted without authorization under the Standards for Individually Identifiable Health Information promulgated by the Department of Health and Human Services pursuant to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996, or referred to under section 1179 of such Act,1 or described in section 6802(e) of this title; or(C)as otherwise determined to be necessary and appropriate, by regulation or order, by the Bureau or the applicable State insurance authority (with respect to any person engaged in providing insurance or annuities).(4)Limitation on redisclosure of medical informationAny person that receives medical information pursuant to paragraph (1) or (3) shall not disclose such information to any other person, except as necessary to carry out the purpose for which the information was initially disclosed, or as otherwise permitted by statute, regulation, or order.(5)Regulations and effective date for paragraph (2)(A) [2] Regulations requiredThe Bureau may, after notice and opportunity for comment, prescribe regulations that permit transactions under paragraph (2) that are determined to be necessary and appropriate to protect legitimate operational, transactional, risk, consumer, and other needs (and which shall include permitting actions necessary for administrative verification purposes), consistent with the intent of paragraph (2) to restrict the use of medical information for inappropriate purposes.(6)Coordination with other lawsNo provision of this subsection shall be construed as altering, affecting, or superseding the applicability of any other provision of Federal law relating to medical confidentiality.
Michael Guzik Mid Term Rentals Vs Short Term Rentals
8 February 2023 | 27 replies
STRs are facing a lot of regulatory headwinds and it’s very important to know what obstacles, taxes, and regulations you will face.
Nam Trang How to start an LLC?
12 January 2022 | 9 replies
I would suggest determining if the costs of the LLC ($'s setup / maintain and regulatory compliance) makes more sense for your situation and an umbrella policy.John
Kessa Bush Note Investing Courses
30 April 2020 | 27 replies
Your real success in notes will come from a very broad knowledge of the business, finance, law, marketing, regulatory issues, collateral evaluation, psychology and management.
Heather Angelo Wholesaling - Legal or Not? An Attorney's Perspective
21 October 2016 | 87 replies
They also look to the intent of actions of violators and with their broad discretion, they can apply opinion that they understand that address the spirit of the regulation, it's purpose.Most attorneys do not want to go to regulatory hearings, because they lose so often.Now, after your hearing, you can continue through due process and take the matter to court.
Paul Georgia Short term vs longer term rentals in Prince George's County MD
27 December 2023 | 21 replies
Short-term rentals (STRs) offer the perks of higher income and flexibility, but come with the challenges of regulatory requirements, increased management responsibilities, and different tax considerations.
Ali Barcin Newbie from Jersey City, New Jersey
22 January 2019 | 15 replies
I think, at least in my experience, the regulatory environment for Airbnb/Airbnb-like renting is all over the map in New Jersey, ranging from acceptance (like in Jersey City, Newark), to banning (like in neighboring Union City), to neither banning nor permitting it (much of the rest of NJ).
Gabriel Craft Passive investing: Multifamily vs REIT
22 January 2022 | 21 replies
Been following them for a long time on BP and my comments above absolutely  do not apply to them.I know that REITS, because they are available to the general public, aren't as sexy or may seem less sophisticated than private placements, but with the amount of regulatory scrutiny, mandated audits, compliance requirements, board of directors, etc., the chance for widespread fraud or shenanigans goes ways down when compared with private investments.