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Vaibhav Bakre Filing small claim petition on tenant who did not provide a forwarding address
21 May 2024 | 1 reply
That requires you to be able to send them a certified letter or have a process server hand-deliver the notice. 
Skyler Lehman Property management Pricing
22 May 2024 | 19 replies
Regarding if you should DIY manage or hire a PMC:Many new investors read a couple of posts and then think self-managing their rental property, and avoiding PMC charges, is an easy way to boost their ROI.The reality, is that many of these investors really haven’t taken the time to properly understand what it takes to properly manage a rental property and the corresponding tenants.Here’s a list of some of the requirements to properly manage a rental property:Knowledge of all local municipality, state and federal landlord requirementsIntimate knowledge of all Fair Housing statutesUnderstand all federal privacy laws, as they’ll be handling social security numbers and IDsProper business insurance in the event their computer is hacked and or they improperly dispose of tenant data.Where to advertise their rental, other than ZillowWriting ads compliant with Fair Housing statutesCreating a process to accept calls/texts and schedule prospects to show their rentalA rental application and application fees that meet all local and state requirementsKnowing how to screen applicants to avoid professional tenants and the growing amount of fraudulent dataA lease compliant with all local, state & federal lawsUnderstanding local and state requirements regarding security deposit collection and holdingRent acceptance options for tenants and accounting system to track, including late fees, etc.Plans to handle nonpayment of rent issuesKnowledge of their local eviction laws or access to an attorney familiar with evictionsHow to accept, track and respond to tenant maintenance issuesBuilding a list of handymen and contractors for maintenance and turns between tenantsExpertise at evaluating tenant damages to charge against security deposit when tenants move outResearching local utility requirements to avoid suspension of services that could lead to frozen pipes or flooded basements, etc.
Kimberly Mckell Real Estate Investor
21 May 2024 | 17 replies
It's been a crash and burn learn process but I still started getting reservations within 2 months and a LTR that will be with me until next year. 
Laura Cosmano Used first SFH investment as 2nd major renovation lesson.
21 May 2024 | 0 replies
Successful renovation, long story, but we are just holding on to it for now.
George Duchatelier Revocable Trust and LLC question
21 May 2024 | 14 replies
Feel free to DM me and I can relay the path/process I've taken for my structure...after law school I went into estate planning/asset protection for HNW clients.
Udit Agarwal Multifamily in JC, NJ?
22 May 2024 | 9 replies
Understanding and educating yourself on the advantage of different forms of financing is an excellent way to get started and feel more comfortable about the process.
Nicole Wang Hello all - multifamily is "Pay to Play" - Which Multifamily GP operator as Mentor?
19 May 2024 | 21 replies
There is a vetting process for members, which helps to keep the quality high, but a downside is that it's not as big as other groups. 
Morgan Milstead Where to learn? seeking advice
21 May 2024 | 2 replies
I just want to improve my knowledge of the terminology and process when it comes to being a broker. 
Spencer Herrick scheduling an inspection
21 May 2024 | 4 replies
I was just wondering, in your experience, what has been your most successful tactic for scheduling an inspection.. 
Sanjeev Advani Strategies for Future-Proofing Commercial Real Estate Investments
22 May 2024 | 1 reply
And to make this process more efficient, we must stay abreast of design trends, workplace innovations, and ergonomic solutions that can enhance the functionality and appeal of our commercial properties.Updating Yourself with Economic Conditions and Political Changes: Stay informed about macroeconomic indicators such as GDP growth, employment rates, inflation, and interest rates, as these factors can impact overall market stability and investor sentiment.