I used to clean them myself, but you cannot deduct that from security deposit.

Then require this amount as a non-refundable deposit in case she cannot close.Give her a short time on inspection contingency and then have the non-refundable money provision kick in when you go to paint.

Two dogs are fine with extra deposits.

Indeed, I've gotten about ten $667 deposits into my account and all seems well.

I would need $8000 security deposit to cover the potential cost (ask me how I know!).

At the end of the day my agreement has prorated rents and deposits coming to me.

's help along the process.I register at Realauction.com and get familiar with the bidding system.I made deposit, 10% of my budget on line.Use quick search function on the website to pull out the tax lien list.

Chicago is a tenant favored city so make sure you read up about the CLTO http://www.cityofchicago.org/dam/city/depts/dcd/general/housing/RLTOEnglish.pdf I personally do not have any problems with it but have heard that Section 8 tenants know the system better and will report you for the little things (improper security deposit receipt) that will get them 3 times the security deposit.

The post-rental walkthrough is to show eligibility of returning their security deposit.

Lease Option/Assignments: Option Fee, Option Deposit, Option Consideration,Consideration fee, Assignment Fee, Lease Assignment, Option AssignmentI'd love it, If a few of the experts in the Bigger Pockets forums would provide some insight into these terms, that I have heard tossed around 'like the S.S.