We have been fortunate to rarely hold any security funds from former tenants.

I guess that's part of my question, if you could have the security deposit cover that and people's experiences so I could better prepare myself. 

If you’re using a car for business, log your mileage or depreciate the car; whichever method is favorable to you.

He wanted me to paypal him 750 so that he would send the 20k needed to bridge the gap in the loan.The easiest way to spot a red flag is to start with going through a title company. hopefully you did nto give this person your social security number or other private information.

Asa result, we are seeking alternative methods for acquiring off-marketproperties.While we havedeveloped a robust system for identifying and pre-qualifying potential landparcels, one of the major hurdles we face is reaching the property owners.

What method of financing did you use? 

This also creates quite a level of security for our clients, especially seeing Several builders in the BTR space go sideways over the last few months and we are currently trying to help several investors stuck in building projects that are only half built.  

Many laundromats take card payments these days, which is very helpful in verifying revenue.Look at the lease terms – long-term leases with reasonable rent increases are important for keeping costs predictable, and can also be important for securing financing.Also, check out the equipment and figure out what repairs or upgrades might be needed in the near future.

There is a book in the library called "Low (and no) Money Down" that discusses the various methods of financing purchases.

I’ve been securing great deals for clients in the Hampton Rd area.