Rarely do I feel the need to comment on the state of my industry.

I am not a lawyer but you are likely required by your state law to give a receipt of work completed if you are keeping their deposit.

Ohio has emerged as a primary focus in my extensive search across various states (I have looked into many states).

Late fee amounts and timing are often affected by state law, so be wary of implementing the answer someone gives you.As far as vacancy rate, 5%. 

Does this apply to every state? 

If you have a legitimate and sufficient reason to believe that the person NEEDS to sell the home for whatever reason then calling may be efficient, but simply because someone like myself is an out of state investor is hardly a reason to disrupt their day and I would always be certain to bump the number against the DNC list. 

New York home sellers must make disclosures under updated law in shift away from 'buyer beware'For the past 22 years, Long Islanders selling their homes could avoid answering detailed questions about their property by giving a $500 credit to buyers.They no longer have that option starting Wednesday, when new changes to state law take effect.

Hi Brian: The mixed use space is in a state of paralysis at the moment.

First land and liability laws can vary greatly from state to state, and I am in a different state than anyone posting here. 

As stated above, some lenders have no dscr options.