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Alexis Lauron What a good book for a newbie
29 June 2024 | 8 replies
The truth is, you could read 100 books and still not know enough because certain things need to be learned through trial-and-error.
Jason Mallett Lot rent with stick built homes
27 June 2024 | 0 replies
Trying to figure out if I would need to permit the property as a mobile home park, or if it would simply be some variation of a Condo except the HOA also includes lot rent payable to the owner and not an HOA. 
Herminia Ojeda Analysis paralysis...need help!
29 June 2024 | 13 replies
You could read 100 books and still not know enough because certain things must be learned through trial and error.
David Lee Hall, III Painting a rental single color
29 June 2024 | 27 replies
We pick one neutral wall color to paint throughout, usually some variation of beige.
Matt Kitchen Dog breeds and Liability
25 June 2024 | 15 replies
Your insurance company may be different but here's a list to stay away from:Akitas, American Bulldogs, Beaucerons, Belgian Malinois, Caucasian Mountain Dogs, Chows, Doberman Pinschers, German Shepherds, Great Danes, Keeshonds, Mastiffs, Pit Bulls, Rottweilers, Rhodesian Ridgebacks, Staffordshire Terriers, Wolf Hybrids, or any mix or variation of these breeds, any dog with a history of bitingMost municipalities don't allow "pet fees" nor "pet rent" for a support animal.
Kevin Kim Can You Share Your Experiences with LGBT Couple Tenants?
27 June 2024 | 37 replies
HMM never heard of that regarding criminals  https://calcivilrights.ca.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/32/20...Using CA as an example:- not allowed to place a blanket ban based on criminal record- are not allowed to access certain forms of criminal records (arrests, post-trial diversions, sealed expunged records)- you are technically allowed to access conviction data and use it, but your interpretation of that data must comport perfectly with how CA wants you to interpret it (must have direct bearing, must have been recent enough etc)- even if you follow all of this perfectly, accessing the criminal records must not "have a discriminatory effect" so if certain special people are impacted you are still looking at liability.As a result of this legal minefield many just decide to forget looking at criminal or to find some other criteria.
Daniel Ben-Hur Buying a home every 2 years, renting the previous home out, and repeating, good idea?
26 June 2024 | 32 replies
A lot of people don't have a whole lot of interest in living in constant fixer-uppers, so you have to have the right mentality for that.A variation on it, if you want to live in better homes that aren't great rentals, is to, again, buy homes that are under market because they need some work, do the work, live there 2 years then sell for a profit and keep all of your capital gains.
Chris L. How can I learn Yardi?
24 June 2024 | 26 replies
If you play with a free trial of Property Management Software (Appfolio Buildium Propertyware) you will have a great idea of what to expect and what you need to learn once you access Yardi.I would suggest you go ahead and apply for the job or start as a temp for a company that specializes in placing property management workers.
Ade Akingbade Tenant Screen - Need Advise
21 June 2024 | 14 replies
Super easy to build, very intuitive, has a free trial, and separates prospects easily.
David Ounanian How Is A Series LLC Used In Real Estate Investing?
20 June 2024 | 2 replies
.- Flexible transactions make it easier to sell, transfer, or refinance individual properties.Considerations- State variations mean that not all states recognize Series LLCs.- Management complexity necessitates careful documentation and legal compliance.- Lender familiarity issues arise as some lenders may not understand Series LLCs, thereby complicating financing.A Series LLC offers a streamlined, protective, and flexible way to manage multiple real estate investments.Thanks,