I made a 2nd lien here in Los Angeles, CA in May 2008, Owner Occupied.  The borrowers had sufficient income to qualify and lots of equity.  One source of income was from a rental duplex, which they cashed out on 3 wee...

I know I should have hired a lawyer, but I'm young, assumed my tenant would not show so now I am representing myself Pro Se in an eviction case in McLean County Illinois. Here's the backstory: Currently in the middle ...

I have an investment property in Memphis. It's my first out-of-state investment property. Unfortunately, the tenant (who is the first tenant for my first out-of-state property) stopped paying rent after 3 months. He a...

To help out Tampa landlords and tenants, here are some examples of normal wear and tear:1. Scuffed marks on the wood flooring from continued use2. Faded carpet3. Chips, dents, scrapes, and small nail holes in the wall...

Although I have been a landlord for many years, I do have a question, A tenant is suing for a security deposit. The property is deeded to an LLC but the tenant made all checks from 2016-2022 including 1st, including t...

I have a storefront unit in NYC that was broken into thru the glass door. Who is responsible for replacing the door, the landlord or tenant? The tenant also wants a metal gate installed for protection.  Am I respons...

What are the chances of being sued for anymore damages than the deposit on a SFH? Seller wants to move to Europe after sale is made however buyer is having buyers remorse and would like to walk away being completely c...

Any experience with 'Bench Trials'?  Her legal Aid lawyer who was notified 2 days before first hearing got a one week reprieve. He also notified me regarding his request for a 'bench trial'. Tenant is M2M since June a...

Are laws in Arkansas landlord or tenant friendly? I saw Memphis Invest is now in Arkansas. Maybe @ChrisClothier can chime in on this discussion or anyone else investing in Arkansas currently?

I am in the process of  studying Michigan and Detroit law. Presently, when a renter does not pay rent on time a charge for a 7 day notice ($10). Then we also charge them $400 ( that is a charge to file the paperwork, ...