If they qualify in every other way, there is no harm in putting it in an escrow account that you draw from every month, and send a receipt to the tenant when you do so.

It is not a bad idea to partner with a PM, and especially if in good faith intend to work with the PM, then there is no harm in going into a contract with one if you ensure you can back out of with 30 days notice if you are unhappy. 

Even if you have a property in LLC, the activity would be reported on your personal return anyway, so LLC is doing no harm. 

Generally speaking, home owners that rent property can be personally liable for certain types of harm that occur on rental properties.

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I️ am opening another HELOC on a property this week and was wondering if the loan brokers out there can help me understand exactly how this is effectively counted “against” me in acquiring a new loan for the next ...

Marijuana beyond your lease saying no smoking, is a banned substance so there is evidence of criminal actions. 

If he was charged with packing a Saturday Night Special, not so much.You have potential on-going substance abuse issues.

I just don’t trust they’ll do a good job and potentially could end up harming the tree. 

Call your attorney and have them start procedings.Regarding the other tenant, you may have to release him from his obligation on the lease if he is providing reasonable proof (restraining order, police report, etc) of a risk of harm or danger. 

No deposit increase for new baby. thanks. no harm in asking