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Sneha Tiwari Tenant Document Verification
27 February 2026 | 5 replies
I have tenant applications with paystubs and other documents requested.
Robert Hoffman Private Lending — What Documents Should I Always Require?
23 February 2026 | 27 replies
The list of documents mentioned by Matthew, Kenneth, and Patrick is spot on.
John Underwood SDIRA ROTH SOLO 401K plan document updates required?
12 February 2026 | 2 replies
Cycle 4 Mandatory Restatement The IRS requires pre-approved plan documents (used by most Solo 401(k) providers) to be completely rewritten every six years to incorporate cumulative law changes.
Chandra Faulk Screening prospective international tenants
22 February 2026 | 6 replies
Credit, as is understood and used here, is almost non-existent in Europe.Aside from requesting income documentation from her, the easiest way is to have a local relative or friend sign on as guarantor.
Matt Sutton Why is it so hard to find a good property manager?
24 February 2026 | 10 replies
How do you document before and after?
Sasha Leans 3 ESA pets for 2 tenants
21 February 2026 | 9 replies
Fair Housing does not limit ESAs to one per person but what matters is whether each animal is supported by proper documentation and whether the request is reasonable.
George Pauley Warning about Rent Now QC LLC, Davenport IA
1 March 2026 | 2 replies
Strangely I have never received a response to any inquiries I make about the money. 
Vladimir Lukyanov Best strategies for screening Self employed applicants
23 February 2026 | 7 replies
What you’re really trying to determine is income stability and documentation consistency, not just gross deposits.A few things many landlords look for:Two years of tax returns (Schedule C if sole proprietor) to verify reported incomeYear-to-date profit & loss statementConsistency of deposits over time, not just one strong monthBusiness license (if applicable)Length of time in businessWith self-employed applicants, I usually focus more on:Income trend (steady vs volatile)Cash reservesRental history and payment consistencyIf half the income is cash deposits, that’s not automatically disqualifying in trades like painting, but you’d want to see that it’s been consistent over a longer period and aligns with reported income.The key isn’t to reject self-employed applicants — it’s to apply a structured, consistent standard for verifying stability.
Andy Sabisch Why Getting The Right Tenant Initially is Far Better than Evicting a Bad One Later
2 March 2026 | 12 replies
Do you think we received payment for the following month as required?
Paulette Midgette Personal Property Tax Return County of Horry
26 February 2026 | 18 replies
I recently received the PT-100 personal property tax return for filing.