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Shaun Palmer North Carolina - Security Deposit Trust Accounts
23 July 2025 | 15 replies
After searching more, I found a few BP post where people seemed to have one account for all deposits, and keep only deposits in there.
Abby Howe How to handle Security Deposits
1 July 2025 | 9 replies
Some people like to have a separate bank account for holding security deposits.  
Natalia Perlova Leaving tenant wouldn't let me in and wants to use security deposit for rent
4 July 2025 | 17 replies
Say you  need it to send the security deposit back.
David Litt Lessons from the Military That Made Me a Better Real Estate Investor
25 July 2025 | 1 reply
Training and DrillsIn the Army, we trained endlessly for situations that might happen.
Nicole He Tenant wants to use the security deposit for their last month's rent
30 June 2025 | 8 replies
You could use the security deposit to cover May rent if there is no damage; otherwise, deduct the damage, then apply the remainder to May rent and inform your tenant they owe the remainder.
Molly Hane Mistake or Opportunity?!
16 July 2025 | 5 replies
Repairs and maintenance seem to be endless
Ian Ciborowski How do I deal with the mental weight of debt?
24 July 2025 | 17 replies
The cult of debt and constant pursuit of endless growth, which can lead to over-leveraging.Be conservative, have liquidity (a rainy day fund), have a reliable income source, and you should be okay.
Bishoy Takla Early termination situation
22 July 2025 | 4 replies
In August 2024, I sent him an email outlining a new rental rate for a 12-month term and requested that if he wants to renew that he pay an increased security deposit along with the September 2024 rent.
Alexander Rodriguez Should I rent to a previously evicted tenant?
18 July 2025 | 20 replies
take double deposit or more if you can and a top of market rental rate.
Kay Kim What’s your experience with Wagner Nolasco B2RDirect
17 July 2025 | 190 replies
WOW.. 40k plus deposits on a home to be built.. ???