We own a 3 unit building in Chicago. Do we need to keep security deposits in a separate bank account? Any information I see on the matter only references larger properties. Just wondering if there are any rules smalle...

Hi Experts, need a advice, I am excited to have finally shortlisted a applicant on my first property but they will not be moving till June 1st, I am thinking of collecting a hold deposit but not sure how it works in T...

Where do you put the tenants deposit? Is it OK to keep in the business account or does it have to be placed in a separate account from the business? Example: we have a business account at Chase with a checking and two...

I have approved someone for an apartment.  They are planning to move in December 1st.  I wanted to get together with them tomorrow or Saturday to sign the lease and collect first month's rent and security deposit - $1...

Tennant of 2 years did final walk-through with landlord in person, noted various issues like fridge/oven/microwave cleaning & one missing garage key. Some burnt out light bulbs, dirty unchanged air filter, dust/ha...

Hi BP Family I hope everyone is out there safe and taking care of others the best they can! So I have potential tenants that passed all qualifications and seem to be great people. They want to move in middle of month ...

WA state requires the security deposit account separate from your other bank accounts. As a new rental property owner, I'll create a new account for security deposit. Wondering though if I can use the same account to ...

I am returning a deposit to hold the property because the prospective tenant doesn't meet my qualifications. What should I include as far as a letter goes? Should I give them the reasons for denial? Should I mai...

How do you handle this situation?The prospective tenant applies, says they want the apartment, pays the deposit and says they will be back in a few days with the rent and will move in.  We don't yet sign the lease.  A...

Rented to a man with one dog. After it turned into man, woman, 5 dogs, 3 cats, and rent paid apx 30 days late every month, I served a 10 day notice under the basis of terminating with cause. They did leave within 10 d...