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Jim Lynch Minimum "boxes to check" for tenant screening, assuming you are self-managing
20 February 2025 | 8 replies
@Jim LynchSome typical minimum tenant screening requirements look like the following, but it depends on your market:-Renter has a gross monthly income of 3x more than the monthly rent-Minimum credit score of 650-Renter must have no prior evictions-No felons (or other notable criminal history)There are a number of different tenant screening softwares out there such as Zillow Rental Manager, TransUnion SmartMove, etc.Be sure to complete an employment verification by contacting the renter's employer and confirm the details they shared with you, landlord verification (if they have a previous landlord), credit check, and background check.
Palmer Thomas Bought a house with seller financing. Now the seller (mortgage holder) has died.
21 February 2025 | 4 replies
If directly to the seller, then you need to ensure that the payment is made, but also that it is made to the person who is entitled to it.
Jared Smith Just missed the market...
22 February 2025 | 4 replies
As one of my podcasts say, one person's yuck is another person's yum! 
Joy Daniels How Do You Stay on Top of Trends and Rules in Short-Term Rentals?
9 February 2025 | 12 replies
Share your tips—I’d love to hear what works for you! 
Keetaek Hong Where (cities) & what (asset types) in Dallas/Houston to invest for maximum apprec!
7 February 2025 | 12 replies
Have the tenants take and send pictures of any maintenance items and video chat with the repair person as needed.If you ever get in a situation where you just feel like you can't do it or don't want to do it, you can always put a PM in place at any time. 
Curtis Cutler cashing in 401k? rethinking retirement.
5 February 2025 | 10 replies
No Personal Use: You or family members cannot live in or personally use the property.2.
Amit Garg Anyone heard of WealthGenius Coaching Program (Alfonso Cuadra)
27 January 2025 | 12 replies
It's a shared house so they have no renter's rights giving the owner huge leverage and control. 
Owen Wang Looking to learn more about being a realtor
28 January 2025 | 6 replies
It will be even harder as a young person with no life experience, and particularly no experience buying real estate. 
Danny Gonzalez Unlock Birmingham's Real Estate Potential: Your One-Stop Solution for Out-of-State In
10 February 2025 | 2 replies
I'm more than happy to share insights, answer questions, or discuss strategies tailored to your investment needs.Looking forward to building wealth together!
Spencer Wayne Whitley Jr. General Contractor looking to finance new construction
5 February 2025 | 17 replies
I'm glad you shared this.