I do not use a property management service to advertise and have always used Zillow to advertise, previous references, housing records, credit checks etc

that doesn't seem ideal - i think people should build up a track record before borrowing private money and putting it at risk.  

Are you attractive tenants that meet your screening criteria readily and keeping them as long as you budget for (vacancy rate)?

That fact was posted earlier, giving the recording number as proof.

Go to BUILD YOUR TEAM at the top of the screen and look for local investors or meetups in your area.

I always tell people for the record I have been nothing but wrong about the market for 15 years and I always buy and always hold. 

Now he has an eviction on his record and large debt.I know that's long, but I thought some of you might appreciate the absurdity of it all.Anyone ever collect these settlements? 

On the plus side now I will have a recorded Certificate of Occupancy with the city, as this property will be a long term hold for me most likely.

And you need to keep detailed records of all repairs and improvements.

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