All Forum Posts by: Valerie Couch

@Jason V.

Welcome to BP! I think you will find this forum extremely helpful - there is a wealth of knowledge! 

Check out the BRRRR method in investing if you haven't already done https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2015/04/2...

I think you will find it extremely helpful.

Good luck to you!  Feel free to reach out with any questions. 

@Vish Iyer

Sent you an email

@Shar Day

I'm probably late to chime in lol - but clearly the consensus is to not refund the deposit prior to the tenants vacating under any circumstances.  Just as others have recommended, check your local laws for proper notification (60 days seems like a lot but maybe your state is different than OH where it is 30).  In OH, if a tenant were to stay past their requested vacate date we would need to post a 3-day notice and begin the eviction process, your state probably does something similar.  

Sometimes you can offer "cash for keys" if you really want to get them out...it may be less expensive than going through the courts.  For someone who seems to be in dire straits as you're saying, I would almost consider offering them 1/4-1/2 of their deposit to vacate immediately and of course as someone mentioned do a walk-through with them. 

Good luck!  Keep us posted on the outcome! 

@Zachary S.

Welcome to BP and congratulations on your graduation!  

You are definitely in the right forum to learn more about investing and in which markets to focus, Cleveland is certainly one of them!

Your price range is perfect in finding a great performing property that isn't going to end up costing you time and money in maintenance and keeping a good tenant.  So many folks see that low price point and want to jump on it without understanding the repercussions.

Feel free to reach out if you would like to chat about some great opportunities...I can tell you more about the Parma market as well as some other great performing areas.

Best wishes! 

Welcome to BP @Account Closed!

You're in a great forum.  Look forward to getting to know you.

Feel free to reach out with any questions.

All the best~

Welcome to BP, @Tony Stinziano!

This is a great community for experienced and novice investors - tons of knowledge and networking. 

I'd love to chat further with you about investing in the Cleveland market if you have questions, feel free to reach out.

all the best ~

@Adam Akalin

Welcome to BP, great community - tons of knowledge and expertise.  
Feel free to reach out with any questions!

Good luck!

@Chris Okeson

Congratulations, Chris!  You have chosen a great market - I assume when you say east side of Cleveland you are referring to the suburbs?  This is where my company focuses - let's chat...

Hi Nancy. I will definitely pm you, I am on mobile now and doesn't seem to be an option but will be able to shortly. Thanks! 

Welcome, @Shon Davis and

@Jennifer MacKenna

BP is a great forum, you will find a plethora of knowledge and wisdom here!  

We are local, if you ever have questions or need assistance please don't hesitate to reach out.

Good luck!

~ Val