You also run the risk, granted decreasing as time goes on, that there could be damage in excess of the remaining deposit and they could walk and you are in no better position.Just explicitly state in the lease that the ETF is one month of rent or if you prefer, have it declining over time that the lease has been in place.For an overview from the state of the relevant laws:http://www.dca.ca.gov/publications/landlordbook/ca...Two books I found helpful is Leigh Robinson's book http://www.landlording.com and Nolo's Tax Deduction guide for Landlords.

Conduits and panel is exposed to moisture.

Please also verify the accuracy of this information at the time you are considering these options as guidelines change.price Decorating allowancesRepair allowancesMoving costsNote—a dollar for dollar sales price reduction is also required for - Excess rent credit and gift funds not meeting FHA requirements Contributions exceeding the actual cost of prepaid expenses, discount points and other financing concessions Credit Requirements Required is 600.

It's a lot easier to scrape, clean and repaint a block wall in July when your moisture in the ground is much lower.Another selling comment - make sure to disclose the seepage on the property condition report.  

Trust Name: 11XX809 XXXXXXXXXXX Trust_________________________________________________________________5365 East 131 St $26750 - Cashor$30600 Owner Carry 4% Interest; 10 years, $5000 DownTrust Name: 53XX65 XXXXXX Trust________________________________________________________________5502 East 135th$26750 CashOr$30600 Owner Carry 4%, 10 years $5000 DownNOTE ON CONTRACT: (i forgot where on contract Dennis noted this) ----- Buyer not asking for repairs however is noting offer reflects need for new extreme concrete workTrust Name: 55XX02 XXXXXXXX Trust__________________________________________________________________123486 Darlington Ave$24635 CashNOTE ON CONTRACT: (i forgot where on contract Dennis noted this) ----- Buyer not asking for repairs however is noting offer reflects need for new extreme concrete work, as well as, garage floor replacement.Trust Name: 1234 XXXXXXXXX________________________________________________________________ All contracts.....for all offers now & later: All $100 EMD upon acceptance30 Day CloseNo survivorshipSigned by XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX-XXX-XXXXAddress: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXMUST HAVE Wording on all contracts: All proceeds in excess of buyers closing costs will be returned to XXX XXX XXX, LLC (above address).Please let us know if we missed anything or if you have any questions,Thank you XXXXXXXXXXXX Man oh Man did we smoke these deals...Lord I love this stuff.

*Do not pay any upfront fees*Do not pay excessive "Junk Fees" - There shouldn't be anything more than a doc fee, if any, some lenders charge nearly $3,000 in these junk fees*Make sure you are not paying interest on the rehab money while it is IN fund control (If applicable)*Make sure there is no Pre-payment penalty.

This is easier to maintain than messing with paint due to high moisture / humidity issues. 

I've found that prices in CA are a bit excessive and things just happen to be way more expensive here.

@Justin YanWe require HOA Certifications at times but I have never heard of a $250 fee- that seems excessive.  

That's a lot of bedrooms for that size home.I recommend researching the area of the property before making any decisions to understand if this is normal or excessive.