And as corporate layoffs in October were at their highest for the month in 22 years, we have some rough waters ahead in terms of consumer discretionary spending.

If not, send the tenant a non-renewal notice (state specific) and proceed accordingly in a legal manner.

Between higher rehab costs and tighter inventories, I’ve seen a noticeable uptick in small-scale new builds replacing flips.

I'd go ahead and issue a 3-day notice to pay or quit.

The (DOT or Mortgage) is proof of that agreement.The main difference between the two, is that a Deed of Trust (DOT) has written into it that the lender can go ahead and do a foreclosure if the  terms of the agreement are violated. 

My lease states no notice shall be needed to enter interior porches/hallways.

Should I:• Ask for the seller to provide notice to the tenant right after due diligence ends?

If the former need to 100% make sure you are following your state/county laws and the lease language regarding notification for entering the unit without the tenant present.If the latter and your won't be entering the unit then the form of notice doesn't matter, but would advise several contact methods to get as many on board as possible. 

What trends are you noticing?

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