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Emily Mohr Best way to inform someone they are not qualified to rent your property?
9 January 2025 | 13 replies
After reviewing your application, we’ve determined that, unfortunately, we are unable to move forward with your application at this time, as it does not meet our established criteria for income and (other established criteria) We appreciate the time you took to apply and wish you the best of luck in your continued search for a home. 
Charlie Krzysiak College Graduate Starting Career With 10k in the Bank. Rent or Buy Property?
11 February 2025 | 15 replies
It will help round you into a more complete individual as you continue to develop and mature.
Ivan Cortez Evicting During Winter Months
1 January 2025 | 6 replies
So, to casually mention eviction before investigating how this might be resolved in a positive way would shock any rational person. 3.
Leon G. Getting out of the rental business after 10 years
10 January 2025 | 67 replies
After a $500 plumber bill I no longer wish to continue stressing out about this business; at the beginning (10 years ago) it was fun and challenging, now, after seen how we are the ogres (landlords in general), the outrageous government response with the eviction moratorium during Covid, the raise in taxes and insurance, service people who charge you more than a brain surgeon, the fact that this country is becoming dangerously socialist and the tenant drama I finally decided It is time to look elsewhere for investments.I just cannot find any information of what to do when I sell my properties.
Kiley Costa Pay Off STR or Invest in Another Property?
11 January 2025 | 9 replies
My vote is if you are going to continue to buy, you need to utilize leverage.
Account Closed Due On Sale Being Called!!
13 January 2025 | 41 replies
Learn the lawsDon't use a contract "off the internet", laws vary by state and are also regulated on a federal level Learn the financing techniques correctlyDon’t skip parts of the processDon’t ever do a “kitchen table” closingUse the proper deedAn attorney can help you with the legal work, but the rest you are on your ownYour guru will not bail you out“Investing” in someone else’s deal by providing a small 2nd loan so the “investor” can pay for “cash to the seller” and for “closing costs” so he can do the deal is a very bad planKnow what problems can ariseLearn the responses and solutions to problems before they are needed Know everything there is to know about Title and what that meansKnow who a "protected class" individual isLearn the "back doors"Learn human natureUnderstand timelinesUnderstand regulation enforcement (some of these "mistakes" have a 10 year statue of limitations ( they can charge you 10 years AFTER you do the transaction) and carry hefty fines and possible imprisonmentThe court doesn't accept "I didn't know" for an answer"Know that the source of the lead plays a serious role in some states and federallyKnow how much of a "profit" pushes the boundaries to invite an investigationYou can be sued by the seller if you don’t do things correctlyYou are automatically at fault if an investigator or attorney or regulator gets involved.
David R Pustelnik Looking to maximize my potential with rental properties
16 January 2025 | 7 replies
Better to keep rent 5-10% below market, but keep a tenant long-term.If you can handle all this, you MIGHT be ready to be a real estate mogul.Otherwise, you may want to get out of your own way and hire a PMC to manage your property better.Let us know how this goes before you continue dreaming about anything else:)
Paloma Wodehouse High Priced First Buy
8 January 2025 | 9 replies
We also would love go learn more about tax savings and how go make the most of our money by continuing to roll our profits into new properties.
Ben Callahan Californian new to REI - looking for out-of-state rental property
6 February 2025 | 34 replies
The affordability, strong rent-to-price ratios, and continued growth in the city make it a market worth considering if cash flow and appreciation are important to you.If you’re still exploring markets, I’m happy to share insights and resources on Detroit.
Dan Audino Intro Post - Chicago Commercial Property Manager
11 January 2025 | 9 replies
Kicker is I don't have to sell, I would simply be happy with not renting anymore and continuing to build equity.2-Correct purchase and renovate a 3-5 unit building.