
23 July 2019 | 89 replies
For starters, check crime reports at www.crimereports.com or www.neighborhoodscout.comand schools at www.greatschools.comand jobs and employment at www.city-data.comCheck with realtor that knows the market and see what their opinion is and what the vacancy rates are.

22 July 2019 | 6 replies
I check on past landlord history and have applicants provide verification of income -- bank statements showing direct deposits, statement of pension benefits, or signed employer verification form if still working, and contact landlords and employers before I have applicant pay tenant screening service directly for credit/background check.

20 July 2019 | 6 replies
Employment is expanding, population growth is solid, and wages are rising.

20 July 2019 | 4 replies
Just because something is working for you does not mean it will work for them.Realtors are a fickle bunch and will leave you if something goes wrong or they feel pushed into an uncomfortable area.The last bit of advice , agents are independent contractors and requiring them to be investors may pierce the independent contractor viel and open you up to being an employer at the least and a investment advisor at worst and not a team leader.

21 July 2019 | 5 replies
As previously stated, the best strategy is to employ professional Property Management to help illuminate the particular property submarket an help flush out your business plan.

1 August 2019 | 37 replies
25% into a ladder cd set up for the next couple years. 50% invest into brokerage account. 25% i would look for a House in the southeast, small college town with a couple big industry employers and probably do a small 2/4 plex there.

28 September 2019 | 8 replies
This has led to 0 vacancies and no late rent on our properties in 7 years.You can ask for paystubs and W-2s for most employed individuals.

14 August 2019 | 9 replies
@Mark Johnson Arden-Arcade area in Sacramento with close commute to downtown and large employers (Kaiser, Sutter & Mercy Hospitals).

23 July 2019 | 4 replies
Ok so Im self employed (own a car dealership) for tax purposes Im not showing that much income (35K) or so.

25 July 2019 | 4 replies
but what if the area seems far from employment?