Eliminating recurring consumer debt to a manageable level if not completely, and budgeting.For example, clearing that $800 in CC debt or personal loan is better than seeking a property with cash flow of 300 dollars.Starting from a lean budget with a 3-6 month emergency fund is more plausible.

We have a very long term tenant (26yrs) who occasionally does similar things... a result of a anxiety disorder (which is a qualified disability.)

Enter recurring charges and automatic late fees.

Enter recurring charges and automatic late fees.

Enter recurring charges and automatic late fees.

Create a template and reuse for each lease.2) Google Calendar, with recurring appointments for EVERYTHING!

Cons of both Venmo & Zelle is there is no recurring payment options for someone, so they need to remember to pay each month as a tenant, and it's not really a scalable collection option when managing several units.

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I've seen wholesalers who put 60 or 90 day contingencies or even recurring, never ending contingencies.

Our first 2 deals in '08 met the 1.5% rule but are in a sketchy area that has provided more than its share of anxiety, expense and a massive learning curve.