All Forum Posts by: Dave Lin

Kimberly, UPS mailbox is a good idea. I probably need one for the rent each month.

Sam,  it makes sense to meet the potential tenant twice. I will modify the application process a little bit as following: I will review all applications and select the best candidate to meet and take the application fee. That is one more opportunity to interview the candidate.

Jermaine, I don't know a post office box with street address. Will definitely check.

Thank you all for the good suggestions. Will try the new procedure this time.

Is it mysmartmove.com? Thanks.

During my house showing, I find that most people prefer taking the application form back home to fill out. Usually, they can scan and email me the form in one or two days. However, I may have to meet an applicant again to collect $30 fee or give him/her my home address to mail a check.

What is the best way to collect such small fee with minimum effort? Any comment is highly appreciated. 

Get it. Appreciate it.

Great information! Thanks for sharing. I want to attend the real estate investors association meeting. Where to find the meeting information?

Agree. All official comms shall be letter or scanned copy. The txt is much easier for checking status.

That is a good point.

I have communicated with my tenants, handymen and contractors though phone calls, emails and SMS. It turns out the most efficient way is the short message, especially while I have a full time job.

I am thinking to use SMS or the application like whatsapp as the main communication tool. Hope to be the only communication channel in the future. Just want to see whether anybody has any experience. Any comment is highly appreciated.