Elo Rivera believes this paid support should be illegal; it appears to be one of the few things I agree with him.I had surgery yesterday so did not make it to this council meeting (I attended the initial council meeting where this was proposed, it was proposed $5k/bedroom then).  

Household2 adults (married couple)No smokingNo evictionsLarge dog (Airedale)CreditApplicant credit score: 682Recent dip explained by medical expenses (dog surgeries) causing higher utilizationPreviously mid-700sIncome / EmploymentPrimary applicant has multiple income streams: self-employed (Etsy), yoga instructor, Shipt, UberHusband currently not working due to immigration status (Australian, awaiting work permit)Income is somewhat non-traditional but diversifiedMother is willing to co-sign and would meet income requirementsProperty ConsiderationsHome has hardwood floorsConcern about potential wear from large dogPlanning pet addendum, deposit/pet rent, and move-in documentationMy Current ThinkingConsidering approval with conditions:Verified income and credit for co-signerSigned guarantor agreementPet addendum + deposit or pet rentStandard lease termWould you move forward with this tenant?

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First property we purchased was a surgery center. 

Lastly, I am typing this on a phone after a major surgery so if I made typos blame the anesthesiologist:)

For now, try to isolate infested items in plastic bags, wash and dry clothings and other fabrics on hottest settings possible, vacuum carefully, and reduce clutter where bed bugs could hide.

It's a physically demanding industry and after three back surgeries, diversifying into real estate seemed like a good option.

I continued fighting wildland fires after having surgery for a ileostomy and I still can't pull of a simple task like buying a home.I've been on biggerpockets for a long time - reading the books, browsing the forums, consuming knowledge and thought I'd finally have the credit and income to put it to work but now here I am...still stuck in the rat race unable to execute. 

I have them in a small plastic organizer above the washer and dryer, with a sign asking guests to wash and return them if they are used, so the cleaner doesn't have to deal with them. 

I just had surgery on my foot on the 26th so I’m not able to drive but will reach out once I can.