You may keep the security deposit if the damage exceeds the deposit or return a portion of it based on the estimated repairs You must return deposit within a reasonable amount of time This is the New York laws https://www.thebalance.com/new-york-security-depos...

And while Philly is certainly closer than Pittsburgh, many Investors are driving here from New York and beyond to at least search for properties that fit what they are looking for, consider all viable markets, and perhaps choosing to connect with others that can remotely and professionally manage while they visit periodically. 

Just like in some states you can do an eviction in 30 days some it takes a year ..or in some states like GA you can foreclose in 90 days or less and in New York it can take 3 to 5 years.just commenting in general that's all.

Bryan,Welcome to BP.I am a part time investor in York PA.

I am wondering if I have to give a down payment to a homeowner for a contract to be legal in New York State.

Hello all, my name is Pete, I am a CPA in New York City.

Hello all!

My name is Ebony Griffin and I have been in the mortgage business on and off for 3 years. In that time, I have learned a lot, but learned even less ( if that makes sense) due to the companies that I align...

Listings as of 01/19/07 at 5:54am Page 1 Sold 05/20/06 CD 01/11/07 DOM 51 SO HUFF08 CASH SP$ 2,000 M994474p E01CI 548 York St Unit# Subu City LP$ 9,900 City/Village Cincinnati Cnty Hamilton State OH Zip 45214 OP$ 9,900 Subd Twp Ezzard Charles to Linn to east on York.

:zzz: Here's a peek from the New York Times:U.S.

Countrywide joined the crowd in participating in untested lending standards," said Gary Gordon, an analyst at Portales Partners in New York.