The family continued to reside there for another 6 months then suddenly announced they were moving (failing to pay their last month of rent, thinking the security deposit could be used for this) and claiming no damages. 

We have a lot of new features coming over the rest of the year, with some exciting announcements this week as well.I do want to clear up one thing for @Jeff Gates.

agree with Account Closed on this, if they made the announcement that it was ok to use it, then that's their own fault or the contractors fault.

@Jose MartinezWelcome to the vibrant BP community, where you will find like minded individuals committed to REI and also helping others succeed.Your time on this social media site will be well spent.You have taken the 1st step by announcing your readiness and commitment to embark on a REI career.Whether you pursue, wholesale, rehab & fIip or buy and hold it's up to you to decide.Below, are links to three of the most popular niches from which you can select one to focus on and add others as you see fit.https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2015/01/31/ultimate-beginners-guide-real-estate-wholesaling-2/ (Ultimate beginners guide to wholesaling)http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2014/01/07/flipping-houses/ (step by step guide to flips)http://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2013/02/22/buying-rental-property/ (how to buy a rental property)The bottom line is that you must take action to start.

I have been but wanted to know how others might handle things like this.Jonathan, If the county announced that it would raise property taxes on all properties, would you factor that into your calculations?

At a group showing an applicant loudly announced and I mean he was loud...."

Jeffrey I will be in Charleston the week of the 11th all week lets get together.I made a post in the Charleston topic  and announced I would be there .. no one answered me other than Tony Gandee and I already know Tony..

If you publicly announce your policy on income is rent multiplied by the variable and stick to it you are not discriminating.

Or both.Determine when heavy traffic happens: freight runs late in the night and can be loud enough to wake everybody.Is there a crossing of a road, where the train will blow a very loud whistle to announce it is coming?

After the showing, make this announcement: "I have applications here for those of you who are seriously interested in living here.