Shahid Iqbal
Security claim - how much is reasonable
Hello, Can I ask for expert advice on this security claim that I'm considering.I had a property in S. Florida that came out of rental after 3 years. The house had brand new paint and every thing was functional and ver...
Janani Narayanan
Changing a pet to ESA in the middle of tenancy - California
I have an applicant who has 3 dogs. They have an ESA letter for 2 of them and their ask is (before signing the lease), to not charge pet deposit and pet fee for the third dog because they will get ESA letter for 3rd d...
Cory Baker
Wholesaling: How do you deal with Non-refundable Deposits?
Seeking Information:Some of the other wholesalers have a $3500 non refundable deposit to contract with them.Is there a simple work around to this?I think I saw where someone put down a $10 deposit and a clause that th...
Jeff Takle
Alternatives to Security Deposits?
I recently ran across three companies that issue Surety Bonds as an alternative to security deposits. The idea is simple: instead of requiring tenants to front a hefty security deposit up front -- could be $2,500 arou...
Alan Bosca
Tenant leaving - how to avoid being stuck with HOA fines
Hi -My tenant is leaving in a few weeks & my HOA has set a hearing to fine him for multiple violations. My concern is that they have been underhanded in the past, and have taken a long time to make decisions on t...
Marc D.
no deposit for section 8?
I noticed a lot of my fellow landlords in my area are not requiring a deposit for section 8. What is the thinking behind that? Do these tenants treat your property better? Is it because section 8 people don't have cas...
LaShea W.
Site unseen lease - newbie
I've got a home up for rent (our first rental property) and several approved applicants (verified previous landlord, employment, credit check, background check, copy of driver's license, pay stubs,FB stalked, etc.)...
Joe Conklin
What to take out of the security deposit? (If anything)
This is my first turn-over and I just inspected my rental unit where my tenant recently left. I see that there is some damage but unsure what to charge my tenant. I'm meeting with a contractor this week to get an es...
William C.
Do you allow split payments for security deposit?
Hello all,
I am currently trying to fill a rental vacancy. Someone contacted me and asked whether the security deposit can be paid over the course of the first 3 months. If so, they can move in two weeks. ...
Jackie Wong
how much security deposit should I collect
I have a 3 br/1.5 bath condo (1120 sq ft) for rent in South California at $2,400 per month. What would you say is a fair amount to charge as a refundable security & cleaning deposit?