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So i recently rented a home, after 38 days i was returned a portion of my security deposit and an invoice for repairs for which the other part of my security was kept for. I objected to these repair claims, sent a ce...
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Hi everyone. Just wondering what some of your strategies are for keeping properties safe from vandals, thieves, squatters while they are undergoing renovation or vacant in search of a tennant. This includes the exte...
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For investors with experience and knowledge for Illinois (specifically DuPage county) rules, I am looking for some insight on the below:- Can security deposit be forfeited if lease is broken (either by not paying rent...
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I'm getting ready to close on 2 duplexes that already have long-term tenants in place. I know that the deposits and last month's rents will be paid to me at closing however they are currently under market rents and I ...
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I'm buying my first duplex and we are closing on January 1st. We are inheriting a long-time tenant (I've read many posts about the ups and downs of inherited tenants). This tenant moved from side A (where he's lived...
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Whats up BPThere's a new investor that brought a deal to me to see if I can finance it. My question is, if I'm going to be the HML in this project, how do I LEGALLY secure my money in the property? How do other HML do...
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I am considering an investment and want to set up the correct legal partnership (LLC, S-Corp, etc). Taxes are a driving factor but more importantly this partnership would be to protect our investment from one partner...
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Hey guys,Just wondering if anyone knows how to verify income for a tenant applicant that is older and says their only source of income is social security and VA benefits. Do you just take their workd for it or reques...
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When a tenant sends in a rebuttal to a security deposit, what happens after that? Does it just sit there until statute of limitations is reach? And when would that be?
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Hi all,I have a property in an area that has a fairly large immigrant population. Many don't have a social security number but they do have a passport. Does anyone have a recommended approach to doing a background c...