All Forum Posts by: Cody Barrett

rents are splotchy in Racine because of the block to block ups and downs. Definitely have to be careful with your estimates. I'd call some property managers in the area. I would estimate 750 for a 2bed1bath where my duplex is near hwy 11 and Taylor. 

I'm not in your area but maybe trying off market deals will show better results. Contact agents that work with investors. Drive neighborhoods and look for the diamond in the rough and do some cold calls. The market is doing well and sellers are able to be more aggressive. My city is one of the cheapest places to buy real estate but it's incredibly easy to buy wrong where I live. Every submarket is unique so get creative and talk to everyone in your area about real estate. Tell them what you're looking for and maybe you'll get a lead. Good luck 

Hey guys,

That is a great article ! Thank you for sharing that Mindy! I haven't had to deal with it yet but if I do then I'll feel more prepared on how to reach my tenant's needs while satisfying our needs as their landlord.  Love the power of BP!

Also, if a landlord does inquire about the need and accommodation by asking questions wouldn't the benefit be that it shows good faith on your part; that you want to take the correct and legal course of action in providing an accommodation that is reasonable for the alleged disability. If your case goes to court, the fact that you sought this information would play to your favor. No? 

Is it true that in order for the tenant to succeed on a claim of violation of the Fair Housing Act, he or she would have to show five things:

1. That he or she suffers from a disability;

2. That you knew or should have known about the disability;

3. That the accommodation is necessary to afford him or her an equal opportunity to use and enjoy the dwelling;

4. That the accommodation is reasonable; and

5. That you refused the accommodation.

nice, great resources Jim!

check the landlord tenant law. Every state is different. Landlords usually need to make repairs in a reasonable amount of time so long as the property maintains habitability. 

For Wisconsin, my lawyer sent me this. I can send you the full document if you're interested. But it's best that you ask you lawyer too. 

If a tenant requests an accommodation to allow them to get or keep a pet, your best option is to first seek more information from the tenant. “A housing provider is entitled to seek information from an allegedly disabled person in order to establish the existence of the disability and the necessity of the accommodation.” Overlook Mutual Homes, Inc. v. Spencer, 415 Fed. Appx. 617, 621 (6th Cir. 2011). Specific questions that you may choose to ask and require a response from a licensed medial professional include:

wow. How did they justify 5200 in expenses to you? Definitely is quite the savings lol nice find! That should result in a solid gain in value with the new expected NOI