I am moving and renting out my condo ($2700/month) in the San Francisco Bay Area. A prospective applicant asked me prior to viewing the property whether they can pay their security deposit (1.5 rent) in 4 installments...
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I found generic leases to rent out storage units and garages, but any pointers what to include in the lease?
How do I ensure I am not liable for claims that their property is damaged because of me?
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Hello, I have a tenant that has signed the lease, but he is not occupying the property. His security deposit bounced. I'm looking at the lease now, but I would also like some advice on what to do. Thand.
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Hello BP nation! So a while ago I posted that I had some cash and what to do with it. A few suggested that I lend it and/or provide them with bridge/gap funding. My question is how do I secure that and make sure I get...
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Just got denied lending from a supposed HM lender due to the source of the down payment coming from a personal loan. I understand the risks, regarding the method of using a loan to get a loan, but was told that Hard M...
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I'm putting in an offer on a commercial property. I'm a part-time investor - I have a six figure day job and this will be my fifth property (3 long-term rentals, 1 vacation rental, and this will be a 3 unit vacation ...
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Hi all - I'm new here, but have watced and read for a while without jumping in. I'm buying a house sub2 and the seller is asking me for a written guarantee that we will pay his payments. In the past, I've never had to...
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Hello, I am looking for advice on what are some typical legal options in NH for implementing a pet deposit in the lease. Do you charge X amount per month? X amount per additional animal? Or would you have an increased...
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Deed is your name, mortgage is in previous owners name, you've been paying the mortgage, do you write off the interest? My accountant says I can't...
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I'm looking at a few 4-plex buildings and most already have long term tenants. I know I need to look at the lease agreements before I buy, but what else do you do in order ensure an easy transition for the tenant? How...