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Tandi H. Give tenant their deposit back to avoid conflict?
3 March 2019 | 42 replies
Take pictures, get estimates, etc and write everything up professionally to cover yourself like you would in any other situation, keep things consistent.Do you know if she definitely still works at the law office?
James Free How do we figure out insurance limits?
6 March 2019 | 8 replies
I performed cost replacement valuations for a couple clients down here in Florida to show that they were being overinsured for what the policy actually covers (i.e. policies do not cover foundations) and was able to get their rate reduced by giving them their own ITV they could present and negotiate appropriate coverage for. 
John Vu How to Get Good Cash on Cash ROI (CCR)
5 March 2019 | 42 replies
If you save up and put in a healthy down payment and have solid cash flow that covers incidentals, it’s mindless.
Brandon Kingsbury Is this a deal? Buy and Hold
1 March 2019 | 3 replies
Now, if you get the home for zero down because seller is carrying a second, payment makes sense for you and your costs are covered then go ahead and things MAY happen down the road.
Tim Ellis The Service Dog Dilemma
4 March 2019 | 27 replies
You need to contact a lawyer, because you're going to get yourself sued if you don't know the laws.The Fair Housing Act covers housing, not the ADA.
Dylan Meyer What are some ways to buy property with little to no money down?
4 March 2019 | 11 replies
Or - join the military and get a VA loan 0 down and get your closing costs covered in the Purchase agreement (owner occupy loan).
Christopher V. Need Urgent Help Dissecting Commercial Real Estate Deal!
1 March 2019 | 0 replies
Here are the knowns:Rent per tenant: $750 (this is below market value due to deferred maintenance, I believe $1,000-1,200 is more realistic)Property taxes: $900 per yearLandlord insurance: $1,000 per yearLandlord pays water/trash: claims to be $125 per month (will ask for proof)Landlord is in charge of snow removal and mowing lawnThere are 5 electric meters, each tenant pays their own (landlord covers hallway and outdoor lights)What I plan to ask for is the copies of the leases, copies of the utility bills, and copies of bank statements showing the tenants are actually paying on time.
Mike Ojo Do you require renters insurance?
3 March 2019 | 14 replies
Just explain to them that your insurance on the home covers the home itself and not their contents that are inside the home. 
Toan Hoang My tenants are complaining the apt smells like weed
2 March 2019 | 6 replies
But to your point i need to button up my lease to see what language covers disruptions to otber tenants and point to that as recourse.
Nick Macklin Does anyone use Non-Refundable Deposits?
2 March 2019 | 4 replies
It seems like a good way to cover tenant placement costs upfront.