James Fisher
Is rental income applied to social security earnings?
I feel like I should know this already, but am drawing a blank.As an example:John is 35 and has worked for 20 years. He has enough 'good' years to draw social security when he hits 65 (or whatever). Also, John has ...
James McGovern
When should landlords waive background checks to support Undocumented Immigrants?
When should landlords waive background checks to support Undocumented Immigrants as I am unaware of services that will produce say a criminal background check outside of the United States?
Rogelio M.
Social Media Content as a Tenant Background Screening Tool
There is plenty of material published regarding background searches on SS#s, criminal and sex offender history, judgments and liens, prior evictions, etc ...But ... what if there were an additional tool?! ... long st...
Patrick Martone
I want to better understand market trends. Where to begin?
I want to better understand market trends. How can I apply social and economic data to real estate?
Alex Zipeto
Our Government is INSANE!
Long story short.... currently evicting a tenant. Mostly for non-payment, but also is a headache of a tenant so it's best she leaves.I have been trying to work with her to avoid eviction and come current on the rent. ...
Vitaliy Merkulov
Can I use social media for tenant screening?
I see some landlords recommend searching social media about the applicant as part of tenant screening. Is this legal to make a decision based on what is found on social media about applicant? I know some websites like...
Rebecca Coleman
Tenants requesting W-9
Hi! I have tenants that are either Section 8 or applying for housing grants that need a copy of my W-9. I have my social security number on my W-9 and am uncomfortable emailing that to potential tenants. How do other ...
Chris Mackinlay
Dispute on Credit Report
Hello everyone.
Great forum here. I have been lurking for a while to soak up content while I get my personal financial house in order.
I need some help and thought this would be the place to ask. I'll stay short and...
Frank S.
Renting to Illegal Immigrants
I read this article and at the end, the writer said it is better to rent to an illegal immigrant than not to. I have my thoughts but I was wondering what are your thoughts? I'm in the conservative state of Texas but l...
Renski Davis-Buckley
Advice on a career as Assistant/Property Manager
Hello, I, Renski Davis-Buckley, have recently relocated to Spring, TX (Houston, The Woodlands, Conroe) and a currently searching for employment in the area. I would like to explore career options in the field of of a ...