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Hello BP,Might be a dumb question, but can you ask for a non-refundable deposit to hold a rental for somebody here in MA?
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Hi everyone!This is my first time starting a new lease that was not an inherited tenant. Luckily i got pretty lucky with the inherited tenants, i know thats usually against the rules ;) I am looking for advice on dama...
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First, last and deposit - is this asking too much at once?
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I am about to close on my first two family. I am trying to get all my documents in order. I have been warned to be careful regarding the security deposit. I know that it has to be in a separate bank account and I have...
I just put a property under contract in south philly today. On the purchase contract with seller I stated that Earnest money deposit would be 2500 to title company . When I find my end buyer, is it ok for me to make t...
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How would you interpret this paragraph from the Ohio Revised Code Chapter 5321 Landlords and Tenants on security deposits?Does this mean I have to find somewhere to put security deposit money that would earn a guarant...
This is my first tenant that's leaving. Should I deduct from the deposit minor repairs to the sheetrock from screws, tv mount, and nails? Stains in the stairwell carpet? Other than that, everything is ok, thanks!!
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Hi. If this is not the right place to post I apologize and I will remove it. Both Landlord and I live in Virginia.I have asked the Landlord in December 2018 if I can move out earlier than the original lease end date(...
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So tenant is evicted with 2 months unpaid rent. Do i have to notify them, their security deposit wont be returned or how should i go ahead with this so they dont sue me later. The property is in Maryland.
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Hello all!! Super grateful for the time and insight you people put into helping the fellow enthusiasts and for that I thank you and appreciate you. So my fiancé and I are gearing up to take the dive into real estate...