Like Emily said, a number of shocking facts (or not so shocking to many landlords) have come out in the press recently on how few Americans can come up with a thousand or even four hundred dollar in an emergency....A FINRA study on The Financial Fragility of Renters was just one (with lots of stats).So no downpayment is a big one, as is credit score, and even with those who have resources, they  may want the flexibility to move or freedom from extra work or costs of maintaining and repairing the home.Even items like student loan debt or fear about the economy hold others back (still some out there who feel the sting of the housing bust).

Jones ABC Property mgmtNnn.nnn.nnnnnI would suggest that previous rental history is absolutely the single most relevant piece of information on a rental application and smart move does not include that information.

As a new investor, I suggest reading and asking as many questions as possible.

Hi,In the coming year I'm planning on investing in a multifamily in New Haven county Connecticut and I need some BP recommendations for the following please:- investor friendly accountant- inspector that is thorough with insurance- insurance company for multifamily properties.Any suggestions in these areas would be GREATLY appreciated!!!

I saw you studying...you've got a bright future.

Similar situation as Jim’s: is W2 form really necessary (as Brian Eastman suggested) to add spouse to solo 401(k) plan, or can spouse simply be considered as a co-owner to an LLC?  

I am thinking about investing in Real Estate a LOT and I am studying the business by listening to all of the podcasts, reading all of the books out there, analyzing at least one deal a day by trying to figure out numbers.

I am writing this here to ask if anyone has run up against this - and if they have any resources or suggestions for someone in this situation.Any and all suggestions will be gratefully considered!

Even if I have a potential tenant, I still have to do tenant screening and might not be a good tenant after all, and I end up without a tenant.Just want to know if anyone has any suggestion on how I can increase the showing for my rental SFH.

I would suggest you attend the auction you are interested in.