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Kajal Aggarwal Security deposit: Tenant threating to go to small claims court
21 January 2026 | 11 replies
Quote from @Kajal Aggarwal: Hi BP Fam,Recently one of our tenants vacated and we couldn't return the security deposit within 21 days as we were traveling and could not check the property/estimate the repairs.
Mathius Gazi Structuring and Establishing a Small Syndication
26 January 2026 | 12 replies
The advantageous of this type of offering is simplicity, cost, and speed.The second method of private placement, is compliance with the SEC “safe harbor” Reg D.
Shane Bishop Best Security System for STRs
12 January 2026 | 10 replies
I get a security discount on my insurance from my ring cameras that alert on motion.
Christopher J. Calabrese Crowdfunding in Commercial Real Estate
22 January 2026 | 1 reply
Real estate crowdfunding is a method of raising capital where multiple investors pool their money through an online platform to fund a real estate project.
Nicole Rhim Garage Security Deposit
9 January 2026 | 5 replies
In Chicago, this is one of those areas where you need to be very careful.Yes, the Chicago RLTO can apply to garage spaces, depending on how they are leased.Here’s the practical breakdown:• If the garage is leased as part of a residential tenancy (same tenant, same lease, or a rider/addendum tied to the apartment), then RLTO security deposit rules apply.
Edward Johnson The Stack Method
7 January 2026 | 11 replies
Love the "stack" method
AJ Satcher Convince me to keep ADT Security on my STR
12 January 2026 | 0 replies
I installed an ADT home security system at the time and have since been paying a monthly subscription for their services for the past 4 years in total.
Stewart J berry Non Payment No Comms
26 January 2026 | 11 replies
Did you have a security deposit?
Kyle Deboer Raising Down Payment Money
21 January 2026 | 52 replies
I got the Discover It Secured card in high school and used that to build up my credit. 
Nicholas Letts How does holding property impact my primary residence
29 January 2026 | 5 replies
For that reason, some investors choose to secure their next primary residence first before continuing to expand their rental portfolio.From the tax side, rental income is generally reported on Schedule E, which allows depreciation and avoids self-employment tax.