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Scott Zeiger Appliances
17 December 2024 | 29 replies
I'm absolutely not interested in leasing fast at all and I'm extremely picky about tenants and I do things like require a large security deposit (even for section 8 renters, I have three of them and love them), don't supply appliances, take my time doing background checks and arranging multiple calls/meetings with potential tenants. 
Ben Lindquist Qualified Intermediaries - Any good or bad experiences?
17 December 2024 | 8 replies
I recommend you find a qualified intermediary who:Will not commingle your funds with other clients.Holds a Fidelity Bond with Errors and Omissions Insurance.Member of the Federation of Exchange Accommodators and Better Business Bureau.Wire Transfer Security measures to counter wire fraud.Have a great day!
Sunil Kale Missed 11 month warranty - no communication from tenant
16 December 2024 | 19 replies
Landlords can enter a tenant's property for a variety of reasons, including: Making repairs or replacements Responding to a tenant's request Removing unauthorized window coverings Preventing waste of utilities Changing filters, testing, or replacing smoke detector batteries Inspections Helping with an emergency inside the unit Posting a notice of eviction"Research your state laws because some of your comments indicate a lack of understanding of the landlord/tenant laws where you are operating (like threatening the tenants to keep the security deposit if they don't respond to you, I doubt that is actually a valid reason to keep their deposit, or evicting for late payments, or charging the tenants for your warranty repairs because you missed your 11 month inspection window which was your responsibility, and it looks like your lease says you can charge up to 18% interest for unpaid fees, is that actually legal?).
Angela Harding Guardian Fund LLC Bankruptcy
15 December 2024 | 7 replies
They have unsecured creditors of over 5 million dollars and secured creditors as either loans on properties and/or owners of properties.
Jamie Banks ALE Solutions Win
15 December 2024 | 38 replies
Don't be surprised if the insurance company has the family provide the security deposit.
Dave DeMarinis Stessa and Buildium for Accounting and Prop Mgmt
14 December 2024 | 13 replies
Overall, it is okay, but it still requires relinking the accounts periodically, which seems more security-related than anything else.
Michael Plaks RANT: Preparing/Planning/Guessing for the 2nd Trump Tax Plan
19 December 2024 | 13 replies
For those looking to scale their portfolios, now might also be an excellent time to secure funding.
Roland N. MTR - How to protect furnished rentals?
11 December 2024 | 4 replies
Screening tenants well and then a security deposit or credit card hold process in place will limit liability.
Peter Firehock Alexandria City Virginia (Washington D.C. Suburb) Buy and Hold Investment Thesis
18 December 2024 | 3 replies
.- Generally landlord-friendly state, no rent control- Secure government jobs/contracts make the real estate market much more resilient to recessions / major corrections- 15-minute drive to the Capitol of the United States- 4 Seasons- 15-minute drive to Arlington, Virginia (Amazon Headquarters 2 ((2017 announced, 2030 is bringing 25,000 new high-paying    jobs to the area)), Boeing Headquarters (2022), Microsoft Headquarters (2021), CoStar Headquarters (2024), Bloomberg    Headquarters (2017 expanded), Deloitte, and the list goes on)Thesis:Although more companies continue to go back to the office, there will be a shift toward a good amount of workers being able to be in hybrid roles.
Phillip Austin Should I Offer Rent By Room Property Management?
15 December 2024 | 7 replies
Best practices for security deposit deductions (damages)?