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Pal Sa Community property and guests
19 June 2024 | 5 replies

This is not related to rental property. I did not find any relevant section in which to ask this question. If a married couple owns a property together, do both spouses need to invite a guest? Is it enough if one spou...

Aimee Hamza Owner does not want to rent to roommates
13 December 2019 | 7 replies

Hello all! I'm a Realtor in Austin, TX and have had this come up a few times over the years. I'm wondering if it is legal for me (as the lease listing agent) to refuse applicants just because they are roommates. Would...

Brian Kraft Rental Applicant Going Through Divorce a Negative?
29 October 2015 | 10 replies

Hello! I have a few fairly solid applicants for one of my units, but one I'm slightly leaning towards. However, she said she's going through a divorce (it would just be her renting) and I started to wonder if that cou...

Bill Zepeda Tenant Screening
20 February 2015 | 4 replies

Hello all- First, I want to say how much I enjoy this community!  I'm so grateful to all for the vast amount of knowledge shared in these forums!Question:  I'm in the process of screening tenants and want to know if i...

Gerald Harris 20 Ways to Find Motivated Sellers in Your Local Market
24 September 2023 | 0 replies

1. Direct Mail Campaigns: Reach out to potential sellers with compelling offers via targeted direct mail.
2. Online Classifieds: Explore platforms like Craigslist for motivated sellers advertising their properties.
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Kimberly T. Can you charge a different application fee for a married couple versus 2 individuals?
15 May 2014 | 26 replies

I'm researching PMs in other markets we're considering buying in, and have seen some PM sites with info for prospective tenants. When I look at their apps, I have seen some with the following type of set up:

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Account Closed Long-term guest - I want him gone, wife doesn't!
22 March 2015 | 16 replies

I've been a wannabe investor for several years, and have enjoyed reading BiggerPockets. Sadly, the topic that finally motivated me to create an account and jump in is not a happy one:We have an adult, non-family-membe...

Joe D. Should I put my wife on the mortgage?
22 August 2014 | 13 replies

Hey all,I'm about to buy a new home for my wife and I and am wondering about any benefits/cons to putting her name on the mortgage with mine. I was originally thinking it could benefit us to have just my name in t...

Rick Albert Significant Other without a Lease
21 September 2021 | 3 replies

Hello All!I have a friend who is house hacking in South Jordan (my investing is in Los Angeles).  His girlfriend lives with him and she pays a portion of the bills.  There is no lease or co-habitation agreement.Becaus...

William Coet Deadbeat Dad Squatting in House For Free, But is on the Deed
26 November 2019 | 6 replies

A family member is on the deed to the house with her husband.  They have two young kids together.  He doesn't have a job and has been abusive.  She has a full time job and pays nearly all household expenses including ...