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Jon S. Not my style, but anyone have exp w/weekly rent? Row house studio
8 December 2015 | 6 replies
If they are getting benefits of any kind, have the benefit company/agency deposit the money in your account directly.If they are getting "paid" in cash, good luck.
Account Closed Renters breaking lease early
28 December 2015 | 4 replies
It is fair to both, and they actually only feel one month because the deposit covers the second month (assuming they didn't damage the place).
Thom H. 401k vs Rental Property...should he cash in the 401k???
4 June 2017 | 30 replies
He can make withdrawal after withdrawal and simply deposit the check into the ROTH account.
Hernan B. First Timer: Security Deposit, Rent in Cash, and more
8 January 2013 | 18 replies
One of those is the security deposit.
Manuel Gonzalez paying contractors
14 September 2013 | 53 replies
Some I use ask for a deposit and some are paid at job completion.
Andres Piedra Hahaha! Full Panic Mode! ! ! !
23 November 2013 | 34 replies
Wholesale now and do a simultaneous closing.Good to go back with a contractor, but be careful on your timelines.HUD usually needs all the paperwork and your deposit back in 48 hours.
Logan M. Four ways I have lost money investing in mobile home parks
26 March 2024 | 11 replies
 #3 Allowing a tenant to pay a deposit via a non-profit.  
Mary Winter HELP: How to Evict These Tenants
15 March 2024 | 17 replies
If they damage anything, I am afraid the security deposit is not enough to cover.
Neetu Patil Need help with rental lease agreement
29 February 2024 | 8 replies
Just make sure it covers all the important stuff like rent, deposit, and any rules you want to set.
Jonathan Quesadilla Wholesaling on the MLS
15 July 2023 | 11 replies
You also must be prepared to put up an Earnest Money Deposit as more evidence that you will close.