I was messaged by someone interested in renting my duplex. Not only are they looking to move in “immediately” (red flag) but they also stated they have a service dog and another small dog. My listing and lease both sa...

We have a internal list of what we consider a 'good tenant'. I'm curious if it would be effective to list a rough outline of what is expected from a tenant, applicationwise on our website.I'm getting tons of applicati...

Hello, Please forgive me if this is common knowledge. But I'm still learning and I want to stay compliant with a fair housing laws and regulations. I'm an investor in upstate NY I have a vacant unit and a friend sent ...

Hey everyone, Looking for some guidance here as I’m dealing with only my second turnover. One prospect asked if I accept Section 8. It’s my understanding that it’s illegal in NJ to deny someone using Section 8. Howeve...

If multiple people who apply pass my screening criteria, can I then just choose whoever I want? How do I deny someone if there are multiple applications that pass my screening criteria?

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I was in a contract for a duplex in California and had my appraisal and loan contingencies in place. The appraisal came at value but for some reason (finding discrepancy in rent info between listing and sel...

WA Attorney General: Racist for landlords not to rent to felonsA recent court filing indicates that the Washington State Attorney General’s Office believes that denying a prospective tenant with a felony conviction is...

Hello All,I'm hoping to get a little advice on helping a relative save his home.  He's currently living in the home, but last year had unexpected medical issues that forced him to fall behind on the mortgage.  He trie...

I have an applicant who had a theft by deception charge 3 months ago.  The charge is held for court, meaning there hasn't been a trial yet, so there isn't a conviction at this time.
My understanding of my state's (Pe...

Hey BP'ers, I would appreciate any advice experienced landlords could give me on this one. I am screening an applicant now and trying to make a good accept/reject decision. The applicant has a job grossing 2.8 times t...