Took an application on a SFR from a single person this morning.  I tell them I need an application filled out by each adult.  Applicant told me it was just her.  Facebook shows me she just got married in the last two ...

I've used smart move several times now and have been very pleased.  However, this last application has raised some eyebrows.  Smart move came back with "not enough information to make a recommendation."  They were not...

I am beginning to develop a business plan for a real estate investing business in Iowa and I would like advice about how I should structure our business entity.I'm meeting with an attorney soon to discuss the business...

Fellow landlords, I have a few questions regarding FHA protected classes.
(1) Familial Status:  My understanding is that this class applies to marital status, families with children under 18, families with someone ex...

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...

Hello All - I am purchasing a property from owner directly in Texas (Austin land area). Wanted to know which document or documents do I need to make the transfer from seller to me (as a new buyer). Greatly appreciated...

I am going to start out by saying I know this is a bad idea. Unfortunately my girlfriend is not as logical.I have just been denied on a loan after having pre-approval and making it close to closing on a home. The lend...

Hi everyone. I'll be renting out my house for the first time, starting next month. The tenants seem terrific and I don't have any reason to be concerned, but they are an unmarried couple and I'm wondering if I should ...

Well I got my second less than stellar tenant in two years. Another single mom. Figures. A pity you cannot discriminate based on marital status. Anyway, after she moved out the place stunk like cigarette smoke. I knew...

Credit score doesn't really matter, when renting in the HOODS, or urban centers in lower income...With that being said, What is your clear cut criteria for C class and D class units? - No violent felonies - No more th...