Tenants were sending checks to the landlord who had to bring it to the bank, deposit it, and fax him a copy of the check.

The only caution against it is that if the unit is under rent control, any added pet rent cannot bring the total rent increase above the amount allowed under rent control.

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Thank you for the insight and bringing that up.

I recently closed a 3 unit deal in Cicero, IL where the buyer only had to bring $500 to the table believe it or not.

You could simply pay someone to translate or they could bring their own translator.

First things first, I love this forum, the investors and the value it brings  !!!

Keep in mind this pays for both agents, as the listing agent is offering a portion of their commission on the MLS to the buyer's agent for bringing a buyer.

And you should appreciate that they are bringing these things to your attention and not you walking in 6 months later to a rotted out floor because the fridge was leaking and they didn't say anything about it.

This "investor" loan type often requires 25% equity and brings a higher interest rate.