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26 November 2024 | 12 replies
Once you're more secure, it’ll be easier to plan for growing that portfolio.
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25 November 2024 | 36 replies
I use the virtual accounts for security deposits, reserves, etc.
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22 November 2024 | 9 replies
We received this letter from Toledo LMHA Lucas County's Section 8 administrator.I don't know if they had a data breach and a bunch of landlord and client personal information was stolen or if they lost their server and backups.
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2 December 2024 | 33 replies
The other factor to consider is less tangible, but comes with mental security.
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24 November 2024 | 19 replies
I think a bit more info is needed to fully understand but it sounds like this is your first deal, & I would first start off by finding the deals & then securing the PM company.
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15 November 2024 | 1 reply
Smart cameras like **Ring** or **Arlo** can be a good option, and you can hide the recording box in a locked area for added security.
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25 November 2024 | 5 replies
Quote from @Sonja Revells: @Chris Seveney primarily Padsplits I would speak to a few lenders first before going through all these hoops, as I started to do this then when talking to banks they were basically telling me either get a secured mortgage as they will not lend to a real estate company on unsecured credit/debt.
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25 November 2024 | 11 replies
Think of all the things that could go wrong and see if the lease addresses them: unauthorized pets or tenants, early termination, security deposit, lease violations, late rent, eviction, lawn maintenance, parking, etc.5.
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27 November 2024 | 16 replies
Because of the lease, an MTR operator will often pay first month's rent, security deposit, pet deposit, last month's rent, and even lease application fees.
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3 December 2024 | 19 replies
Many of our clients have done this and secured much better terms....EricThis spreadsheet decision is based on what you can afford and when you expect interest rates to fall.