Sometimes there's a "For Rent" banner on the building itself.I had one lady give me an address in Fresno that turned out to be a tropical fish store.

But, providing I have soft-copies all other documents stored and backed-up, do I need to hang on to any other hard-copies?

So, if you are new, get involved in all the Real Estate Clubs in your area and treat them just like the grocery store...you don't have to buy everything on the shelves...but in this business your net worth is equal to your network so get out there and build your network.

You can go to the paint store and look at the combinations on the color cards, just remember that the brick color is a given, so it needs to be one of the colors!

I've just finished writing a series about discounted gift /store credit on my home blog.

Economy wise, Portage has been growing strong in the past 5-10 years - A brand new retail section with new box stores and a multi-million recreation center are a couple of the largest improvements in the area.

Consider adding a ".9" to the end, like the grocery stores do.

I find that furnished is better but this would apply more for corporate tenants who may only be around for a fixed period of time and have stored their own furniture.You may also want to consider a higher security deposit and make sure that you get all the furniture itemized and signed off pre and post the rental period.Let me know if you have any more queries.

Try to find things on clearance when you're in a store anyway, especially if you have multiple rental properties -- you'll need it later.

Your short list of questions shouldn't be any more intrusive than you'd ask a store clerk at a deli counter, meaning you are not trying to negotiate, merely satisfy your curiosity.