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Hey Guys,So I just closed on an Oakland duplex last week and am looking to get all my paperwork in order. From what I've read, I need to apply for an Oakland Business Tax for my units. I have several questions about...
I can't seem to find a requirement anywhere in http://www.tn.gov/sos/forms/ss-4270.pdf that I need a physical address in Tennessee. But I started a LegalZoom application and they could not move forward with the LLC ap...
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Until the preliminary (free) application is done and I meet them for a showing- everything is via text and email. It is a recent decision which is already paying off.An exchange that re-affirmed my decision:"Blah, bla...
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I have several open units in lower-income areas. There is a good deal of interest in these units. I've passed out several applications and even collected application fees, but it seems that the email exchange proce...
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Hello all, I spent the last hour or so typing up my screening criteria for anyone that will applying to be a prospective tenant for my rentals. I have great inherited tenants now (knock on wood), but I would like to ...
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I’ve just completed the rehab on a property and started taking rental applications. I’ve received an application via Zillow (with their credit/background check), and received what appears to be a very qualified applic...
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I am considering changing my application acceptance policy from first come, first served, to choosing the most qualified applicant and wanted some thoughts on this.1. How long do you accept applications for? Do you ...
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I have a newly renovated 3BR in Texas. I listed the property and received an applicant from 4 25 year olds, who in aggregate meet the income requirements of the listing. This is a disaster. I had not intended to re...
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Wanted to know what your opinion was on contacting more than one lender, to get approved for a loan for an investment property. I think it may be wise in case one of them gives the better interest rate or terms. Any e...
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My manager is asking if I (landlord) will allow prospective tenants with no eviction in past 4 years. I was thinking no evictions at all. But what's the acceptable and more common practice here? From a simple online s...