I want to make sure I screen tenants properly, but I am not sure where to start.

Here's a quick rundown:Serve a Notice: Start with the appropriate eviction notice 14 days for unpaid rent, 10 days for lease violations, or 3 days for serious offenses.File a Lawsuit: If the tenant doesn’t comply, file an unlawful detainer complaint in the local Superior Court.Summons the Tenant: The court will serve a summons, giving the tenant a chance to respond.Court Hearing: Present your case with proper documentation.

Since you're using a GC, make sure they are properly covered.

.: I live in the DC area and wholly support shipping government jobs out to Ohio (but not C0lumbus) If you use Ohio I still get the notifications U guys should catch a Beer at BPCON Vegas in Oct.. :) My wife says I can't go to Vegas anymore.

Hello, I wanted to draft a contract for GC to work on various projects with us and I was curious to see if its better to get a proper contract drafted through a lawyer or are there any templates I can use.

Here are a few common pitfalls to avoid:Overpaying for a Property – It’s easy to get carried away in a bidding war or buy a property without doing the proper math.

There are always opportunity on the MLS....properties that are listed/categorized incorrectly....properties that rely on public record square footage that is not accurate but the broker is too lazy to verify and simply relies on the autofill data, properties that have base zoning that allows for a better use, properties with unique characteristics that are not properly detailed in the marketing information, properties that are simply listed over priced and become stale and are good negotiation opportunities. 

Used properly, with FULL disclosure to all sides, lease options, subject to etc can be beneficial to all sides.  

Make sure you send it registered mail and have them confirm receipt....or do an inspection (with proper notice) and drop it off then-bring two copies and get them to sign the one you keep.Hey Theresea,My mentor gave me the amount of time to give the tenant.

We’re trying to handle this properly and fairly while also protecting ourselves as landlords.Our current plan is:Clarify whether he will be a full-time occupant or just visiting.