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Abdulla Sharaf Expanding my property management business
7 July 2024 | 5 replies
So I strive towards using Lodgify which is a standalone solution that hosts creating a web front, connectivity PMS Channel manager with seamless integration with air airbnb and booking.com. although the platform is very useful we are now seeking towards expanding to a new platform that can onboard us with more rental platforms، based on my research I found a channel manager by a company called Rategain, unfortunately we cannot integrate it seamlessly so the solution would've been to use automation software (Zapier) that can bridge both platforms.
Jenny Cunningham To all the female investors!!!
9 July 2024 | 197 replies
If I strive to be the best at something, I want to be the best, period.
Luka Jozic Experience of OOS investing in Cleveland after 1.5 years.
15 July 2024 | 100 replies
If I were to do it over again, I would strive for higher class properties and would not have purchased anything below class B.Higher class properties typically have better tenants, lower turn over costs, less tenant issues, etc.  
Steve Sayler Fired Prop Mgr, now getting charged with "Cancelation fees" - Is there a solution?
8 July 2024 | 17 replies
Also do not accept binding arbitration as the arbitrator will strive for a compromise when there us no reason for you to pay.They failed to perform their end of the contract and was fired for cause.  
Gerry Cohen DO NOT INVEST with SCOTT CARSON (We Close Notes) or Inverse Asset
10 July 2024 | 256 replies
It should strive to become and remain proficient in its field and be competent to properly address issues which arise in connection with the ownership or collection of debts.CANON 3 – CONFIDENTIALITYAn RMAI Member shall always demonstrate their commitment to maintaining the confidentiality of consumer account data which shall be revealed through the development, implementation, monitoring, and annual review of security measures adopted for its protection, not only while having title to the receivable but also during transmission of the data occurring during the sale or purchase of the receivable.Commentary:A Member shall strive to implement the highest standards of information security policies, safety, and security plans and guidelines which meet or exceed any state or federal statutory and regulatory requirements for the safeguarding consumer personally identifiable information and account data.A Member shall abide by all non-disclosure and confidentiality agreements with the parties with whom it has business dealings regarding the other parties’ consumer accounts, proprietary business information, and trade secrets.The obligation to protect confidences does not preclude a Member from revealing information when consent is provided; as permitted in statute, regulation, or case law for the collection of a debt; or when required by law.It is not improper for a Member to give, as allowed by law, limited information from its files to an outside agency necessary for statistical, bookkeeping, accounting, data processing, banking, printing, or other legitimate purposes, provided it exercises due care in the selection of the agency and warns the agency that the information must be kept confidential along with the execution of proper confidentiality agreements.CANON 4 – COMMUNICATIONSAn RMAI Member shall demonstrate caution in its verbal and written communications with others which shall be revealed through the absence of false, fraudulent, misleading, deceptive, or unfair statements.Commentary:A Member shall accurately represent professional memberships, designations, credentials, capabilities, and experiences.The name under which a Member conducts its business should not mislead others concerning the identity, responsibility, and status of the Member, even if such name is permissible under the FDCPA or other state and federal statute.A Member shall not directly or indirectly compensate or give anything of value to representatives of the press, radio, television, or other communication medium in anticipation of, or in return for professional publicity in a news item unless such payment is disclosed in such news item.
Mike K. RE Investing - Not a good option right now
10 July 2024 | 112 replies
But, hey people told me the same when I said I was buying my first rental, so what do I know as someone who has not done what you strive to do! 
Rachel Jones Screening Tenants- Verification Recommendations for previous landlord and employment
1 July 2024 | 6 replies
We use a YTD paystub and last year’s W-2(s) to calculate income several different ways:Hourly or salary income calculated to a monthly amountYTD income divided by number of YTD monthsYTD + W-2(s) income divided by the corresponding number of monthsIf these numbers vary too much, then we investigate and require an acceptable Letter of Explanation.Employment StabilityUnless an applicant has exceptional credit, we strive to determine their stability of employment to make sure they’ll always be able to pay the rent on time.
Account Closed How to do wholesaling RIGHT? In Maryland/East Coast and Nationwide.
3 July 2024 | 20 replies
They adhere to a strict code of ethics and are often members of national and local real estate associations.The Process:Property Listing: They list properties on local Multiple Listing Services (MLS), exposing them to a broad audience of potential buyers.Client Representation: Realtors represent either the buyer or the seller, guiding them through the transaction process, ensuring legal compliance, and striving for the best deal for their client.Commission-Based Earnings: They earn through commissions—predetermined percentages of the property’s selling price.Wholesalers: The Middle-MenReal estate wholesalers seek out off-market properties, secure them at significantly low prices, often through a signed contract with a seller, then "assign" or sell that contract to an end buyer for a higher price.The Process:Property Hunt: Wholesalers look for properties often not listed on MLS, sometimes requiring significant repairs or distressed sales.Under Contract: They negotiate directly with sellers and sign a purchase contract, with no intention of actually closing the deal themselves.Assignment of Contract: Wholesalers then sell this contract to an investor or end buyer at a markup, pocketing the difference as their profit.Divergence Creates TensionThis fundamental difference in operations sets the stage for conflict.
Rachelle Bisaillon Newbie to Screening Long Term tenants shady screening
28 June 2024 | 5 replies
We use a YTDpaystub and last year’s W-2(s) to calculate income several different ways:Hourly or salary income calculated to a monthly amountYTD income divided by number of YTD monthsYTD + W-2(s) income divided by the corresponding number of monthsIf these numbers vary too much, then we investigate and require an acceptable Letter of Explanation.Employment StabilityUnless an applicant has exceptional credit, we strive to determine their stability of employment to make surethey’ll always be able to pay the rent on time.
Deborah Lynch Has anyone worked with Core Capital Lending?
26 June 2024 | 7 replies
We have lent on 1000+ properties in the past year and strive to deliver exceptional customer service.