Typically we get paid our assignment at closing and the earnest money put down by the buyer is held by the title company in case a seller backs out. 

I'm fine getting reassessed for taxes if needed. 

Anyone else experiencing the insane jump in taxes this year?

My brother and I want to get into real estate investing for passive income, and we’re thinking about starting off with a duplex in a year or two after saving some money, that we can live in and rent other unit(s). 

You could totally do it yourself but I want to be involved because, ya know, money. 

For now, when the budget is a little tighter, expanding relationships seems like the best route that doesn't cost money. 

What is your top tip to save money as a landlord or be more efficient with your operations? 

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You could take them to small claims court, but even if you win, you're unlikely to see the money and will have spent a lot of time dealing with it.