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Matyas Sustik Landlord cannot deliver possession
24 May 2019 | 7 replies

[We have been landlords for 8+ years in TX, and for the last 5 we were also renters in CA. Where we live, it is more economical to rent than to own. So we know both sides of the transaction.]We are about to sign a new...

John Thedford My First Eviction Was A Success !?!
28 July 2013 | 9 replies

I just went through an eviction with a very obstinate tenant. They were problems from day one. He could not get along with anyone. He fired the lawn and pool man (my agents). He fought with my realtor. He fought with ...

Sam Alberry Feedback from minimum credit request
30 March 2017 | 14 replies

we put a minimum credit requirement of a 650 score along with 3 times the rent etc etc . here is the feedback we received :Sorry, I am a great tenant and I do not agree nor believe my credit score should be considere...

Andrew Glenn Section 8 Tenants - Pros/Cons/Opinions?
23 September 2016 | 12 replies

We're evaluating a deal that involves a Section 8 tenant already in place. We've read that the government will guarantee up to 70% of the rent on behalf of the tenant. However, I do know that Section 8 has a bit of a ...

Emanuel Ohunwu Rhino or guarantor instead of collecting security deposit
1 August 2023 | 10 replies

Has anyone ever used Rhino or guarantor instead of collecting a security deposit? I can't seem many reviews on either company. They advertise as an insurance policy to cover losses rather than having a security deposi...

Wesley W. Toilet running / tenant apathy
28 March 2021 | 23 replies

Hi all,Does anyone have any lease language that you use to transfer responsibility of excess water use to the tenant?Some context: I have a clause that says...(g) Water may not be wasted. Washing of vehicles is prohi...

Rufino Mendiola New member transitioning from healthcare work to real estate investing
11 June 2024 | 30 replies

Hi, I'm very new to real estate investing and I hope to get connected to people who can help me start on this journey. I'm based in Illinois, but I'm also looking to try to invest out of state.

N/A N/A Biggest Problems With Tenants...
3 November 2007 | 45 replies

I am getting ready to rent out my first investment property and am trying to figure out what incentives, policies, etc. to put into my lease. I would like to hear some of the biggest/most common problems other investe...

Aaron Xie Rent to someone with a pet?
17 March 2016 | 14 replies

Hi, BPers, I have a potential tenant with a small dog -- a 14 year old yorkie. I am wondering if the pet is a concern? And what I should put in the contract if I rent to this family. Thanks a lot :)

Brian Morreale Struggling to rent Duplex unit
22 October 2019 | 12 replies

I purchased a duplex last year in a university town, but not intending for it to be a college rental. The duplex had a vacant unit and another under lease till July of 2019. I was able to remodel a half bath and paint...