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Michael Badin Short Survey - Apartment Security
18 August 2019 | 1 reply

Hi all, I am trying to get an idea of how different landlords feel/ address security at their properties. A short survey if you will. If you don’t mind answering a few questions it would be greatly appreciated. Thank...

Rob Murden Previous Landlord did not transfer the security deposit.
23 April 2019 | 11 replies

Hello, I just purchased a tri-plex here in Nashville TN, I just received a letter and a check for one of the deposits for one of the units from the previous landlord. The letter said they could not give me the second ...

Daniel Francoeur How are you solving security deposits?
7 August 2020 | 7 replies

So much required for security deposits, it is a bit of headache for something that doesn't generate revenue.Depending on State you might need to deal with:Separate bank accountInterest PayableReturn on timeSend all in...

Jamel Brown Tenants Paying ADT Security
28 August 2021 | 4 replies

Good Evening Bigger Pockets Community,Is it common for tenants to pay for the ADT security monthly payment or should the landlord provide that security as an expense. I thought about possibly including it in the rent ...

Jonathan Aber Notice for Security Deposit
1 September 2022 | 4 replies

My tenants lease ended July 31st at midnight. I sent notice on August 31 with the itemized list of damages, which was extensive. It exceeded their security deposit. I have proper notice and documentation. Philadelphia...

Jeremy Paschedag Security Deposit Separation
22 April 2017 | 19 replies

Over the weekend I heard third hand that, at least in Missouri, security deposits should be in a separate bank account than the main bank account. Supposedly it comes up if you're audited. I was told that you can use ...

Sarah M. Armstrong California Small Claims Court and 21 day security deposit rule
27 May 2019 | 3 replies

I am preparing to go to small claims court on Wednesday for a dispute with my landlord. I moved out of an apartment after 6 years on September 15, 2018. My security deposit was $1150 ($800 regular and $350 pet). In my...

Nicholas Varner What is FINRA? Why Does it Matter to Real Estate Investors?
21 January 2016 | 7 replies

The acronym FINRA stands for Financial Industry Regulation Authority. On its website it describes its mission and utility."FINRA is dedicated to investor protection and market integrity through effective and efficient...

12 December, 2023
How to Quit Your W2 Job and Become a Full-Time Real Estate Investor

Is it your dream to quit your W2 job and pursue real estate investing full-time? Unfortunately, the transition from working for someone else to becoming your own boss doesn’t happen overnight. As you’re about to learn...

Paul Schirmer Landlord - Internet & Cable
11 March 2018 | 14 replies

Are there any landlords out there that include/provide "free" Internet & Cable TV to their tenants?  If so, just curious about the following:a) what type of contract do you negotiate with your service provider?b) ...