I will most likely not get a response on the first letter because the homeowner thinks that they can borrow the money from Aunt Sue and Uncle Rob, but as the date gets closer and closer they will be getting more motivated.  

They didn't and now we have to replant the grass which isn't cheap (plus watering new grass this time of year has to happen several times a week).Do most landlords charge for yard repair if it was clearly stated in the lease that it was the tenants responsibility to take care of it?

I appreciate the response!

If you'd be willing to share, I'd appreciate your response.

Eg: For a SFR, expenses such as mortgage interest and property taxes are split based upon square footage of the leased space.Keep your documents in the cloud and make sure your CPA has a secure portal for document sharing purposes.

For the purpose of this estimate, I would not be the GC on this.

I'm just curious about some of your opinions and every response is much appreciated!

I think what you are looking for is someone trained in the ways of real estate investing - an agent that will:Introduce you to FSBO's - Expired Listings and other real estate opportunitiesWill be your fiduciary representativeWill make offers for you on suitable real estateWho understands creative financing; delayed settlement, seller assisted financing, assignment, wholesaling, REO, tenant selection, soft money mortgages, tax salesWho will be responsive to your financial goals and a person of integrity and trustHelp with direct mail and street marketing to locate transactionsHousing and rent court marketingAbsolute aware of financial and contract clauses as well as contract engineeringCan assist in - delayed settlement - automatic extension, performance mortgages, subordination, principal mortgages, options and joint venturesAware of bidding on REO, forclosures, tax sales and public auctionsUp to speed on commercial real estate, lots and land as well as businesses with real estateHow should you treat this wonderful person (if you can find one) -They should have a commitment from in the form of a Fiduciary Buyers Brokers AgreementYour agreement to pay them a commission on any non-listed deals they bring youA bonus agreement for great deals that you closeA gas budget - or a cash payment for gas Kind words and respectTo be sincere and active with the agentRespect from youFirst class training on how to represent youSometimes an equity interest in the great deals the agent has initiatedListings when you are ready to sellYour cooperation - all your financials, tax returns and other information that will help your agent close dealsA few free lunches ----Good luck --- Charles

What do you feel is your landlord responsibility?

What do you feel is your landlord responsibility?