Security deposits continue to be one of the most misunderstood topics in California property management. Laws have changed in recent years, and even experienced landlords and real estate professionals can be caught off guard by the details. Whether you manage rental property, represent investors, or simply want to stay current, this quick 10-question quiz is […]
One of the regrets of my real estate buying life is that I never considered using a VA loan. I was a Navy LTJG during the Cold War, and I thought only Veterans who were in the military during a shooting war were eligible. Not too bright. Since becoming involved in Mortgage Loan Education, I’ve […]
I have been writing articles since 1963 with the Van Nuys Green Sheet. Sometimes it is education to view from the past. This email from 2023 discussed two of my very favorite topics. I would recommend you read them. Tax basis in a property becomes an important question when gifting or transferring property. I have […]
I posted stories about a couple Property Management Memories in the last two weeks. Now, I just thought of some more. The term Professional Deadbeat tenant was in one article. Yes, there are many of these people in your area, and when some move away, others rise up to replace them. #1 They will try to […]
Many years ago, I owned some properties in Milwaukee, WI. One of the tenants in a three unit building became seriously delinquent and defiant. We were arguing over many things, including her claim that the heating was insufficient. She complained to the local agencies, all the while bragging about not paying any rent. It was known by […]
The following is a recent article from Forbes Advisor about median home prices across the United States. Surprising to me how expensive Washington D.C. according to the list. Also unusual is the fact that condos are more expensive than homes in West Virginia and Iowa. Kiah Treece, the author, is from the East Coast. She […]
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Another Great Idea Heard From A Student Instead of charging a larger deposit (that is tough for some people to pay) tell the renter the normal rent for two people is $2,000. Since you have a dog, we will charge no pet deposit, but the rent would be $2,050 per month. In most cases most […]
Complaints One of the big responsibilities of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is to hear complaints from consumers. In the 21 months ending September 2021 they heard over 700,000 complaints against Equifax, Experian and TransUnion. This is 50% of all complaints received. Obviously consumers are not satisfied with the trio. In 2021 those companies reported […]
It’s The Weather When I was in high school, I remember a Rose Bowl game where Michigan beat USC badly. Then, I went to a movie in a hellacious snow storm. Remembered for many years. Every year when there is sun in Pasadena on the New Year’s day broadcast and cold east of the Rockies, […]
