Recent content by jillianleab

What is the name of your state? Virginia I own an invetment property that I want to refinance to lower my payment. Recently the house was on the market to be sold, but we got no buyers and pulled it off. We have since rented it to tenants with a one year lease. I have a friend who works in...

What is the name of your state? VA Recently while adverstising a place I have available, I received a call from someone in Canada who was interested in renting. It turned out he didn't have a job so it didn't work out, but it made me wonder what to do in situations where I have an applicant...

What is the name of your state? VA No, not that good book! This isn't really a legal question, more or less I'm looking for suggestions. I recently picked up a copy of "Landlording, 10th ed" by Leigh Robinson to use as a reference when managing my properties. Boy, I really should have done...

What is the name of your state? VA When screening applicants, can a landlord request copies of bank statements (with account numbers blacked out) to verify income? Thanks.

What is the name of your state? VA I am scheduled to appear in court with tenants I am evicting for non payment of rent tomorrow at 11:00 am. One of the tenants "says" she will be bringing by full payment for the amount listed on the unlawful detainer tonight around 5:30 pm (cash or certifed...

What is the name of your state? VA I have been presented with the opportunity to purchase a business which is located within a portion of my county that a revitilization project will soon (in the next 10 years) be taking place. The land is owned by one individual, the business by another. If...

What is the name of your state? VA I rented a townhouse to two girls and after several months they decided they aren't getting along and wanted to break their lease. They sent a letter early Dec saying they will be out Jan 12 and will surrender their full security deposit as penalty for early...

What is the name of your state? Virginia I've posted here a few times and gotten some really great advice, so I'm hoping I can get help again. I'm a landlord, and currently one of my properties is vacant. I am looking for new tenants right now. With past tenants I have encountered trouble...

What is the name of your state? Virginia I am renting a TH to two girls who are friends and apparently are not getting along very well. A few days ago, girl #1 called me to say she is moving out but remaing on the lease because she and her roommate can't get along. Apparently girl #2 moved...

What is the name of your state? Virginia I posted recently about bad tenants I have who never pay on time. I have another question regarding the same tenants. Every month I have to file a 5-day pay or quit notice in order to get them to pay, and every month they pay within that time frame...

What is the name of your state? VA I am a landlord, relativley new at this. I currently have two tenants leasing a townhouse who have been trouble from the start. I have to fight every month to get their rent, and for the last 3 months have had to file 5-Day Pay or Quit notices. I have been...