That means you'll need to also learn how to analyze deals, work up the numbers and show how they work, where the profit (the lenders' payback) will come from, how their money is protected, etc.When you get where you're going, connect with the local REIAs and network with active investors who are currently working with private lenders.

Most of what I have read about the minimum standards, aside from helping you choose tenants who have a high likelihood of treating your property well, is that having minimum standards is a way to protect yourself from lawsuit.

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If I were you I would also be added as an additional insured on the policy, this will protect you as it protects them on liability claims.

Next was tearing out the old linoleum in the dining area and kitchen.We also went in with full protective suits, masks, and eye protection to clean up the mold in the basement.  

@Taylor Rider       An LLC is entity that offers its members protection from personal liability in most situations.

A company can pretty much have any requirements they want to hire you as long as they are not discriminating against a protected class....and real estate agents are not protected class, so they are well within their rights to tell you to scrap it.  

Was it in an area that had some kind of special protections, or is this a city-wide Garner thing? 

If you choose to use a company like Legal Zoom or go through the state, you may also consider having the real estate lawyer review it to ensure that it is structured properly so that you are protected in case of a suit.2.

I do not discriminate beyond what is necessary to protect both my investment and the best interests of my existing tenants.