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What Are Housing Quality Standards? Created: Thursday, May 30, 2013 Updated: Monday, June 17, 2013
To pass a Section 8 inspection, your unit must meet HUD's Housing Quality Standards. Learn what these standards involve.
Who Is Eligible to Receive Section 8 Housing? Created: Tuesday, May 28, 2013 Updated: Tuesday, June 04, 2013
There are certain qualifications you must meet to receive a housing choice voucher. Learn who is eligible for Section 8 assistance.
Public Housing Authority Created: Friday, May 31, 2013 Updated: Friday, May 31, 2013
HUD creates public housing programs, but these programs are administered on a local level by Public Housing Authorities.
Section 8 Inspection FAQs Created: Thursday, May 30, 2013 Updated: Thursday, May 30, 2013
Undergoing a property inspection is a part of having a Section 8 tenant. Here are the answers to some FAQs about Section 8 inspections.
Is Your Unit Rent Reasonable? Created: Wednesday, May 29, 2013 Updated: Wednesday, May 29, 2013
To house a Section 8 tenant, your property must be considered rent reasonable. Learn how HUD and PHAs determine rent reasonableness.
How Much Will Section 8 Pay Landlords? Created: Wednesday, May 29, 2013 Updated: Wednesday, May 29, 2013
As a landlords, Section 8 has its advantages and disadvantages. Learn how much Section 8 will pay for your unit.
Missouri Security Deposit Law Created: Saturday, April 27, 2013 Updated: Wednesday, May 29, 2013
If you are a landlord in Missouri, you must understand the security deposit law. Here is what you can do and what you must never do.
Maryland Security Deposit Law Created: Sunday, April 28, 2013 Updated: Wednesday, May 29, 2013
Landlords in Maryland must follow certain security deposit laws. Learn what Maryland landlords can and cannot do.
Tennessee Security Deposit Law Created: Friday, April 26, 2013 Updated: Wednesday, May 29, 2013
The state of Tennessee has specific laws landlords must follow regarding security deposits. Learn the basics of this landlord tenant law.
New York Security Deposit Law Created: Thursday, April 25, 2013 Updated: Wednesday, May 29, 2013
New York landlords must adhere to certain security deposit laws. Here are the basics for those who own rental property in New York.
Advantages of Renting to Section 8 Tenants Created: Monday, May 27, 2013 Updated: Tuesday, May 28, 2013
Finding tenants for your rental property can be a challenge. Learn the advantages of renting to Section 8 tenants.
Disadvantages of Renting to Section 8 Tenants Created: Monday, May 27, 2013 Updated: Monday, May 27, 2013
Finding the right tenant for your property is always a challenge. Learn the disadvantages of renting to a tenant with Section 8.
Security Deposit Limits by State Created: Wednesday, May 30, 2012 Updated: Tuesday, April 30, 2013
Each state has different rules regarding how much you can charge for a security deposits. Learn the security deposit limit in your state.
Fair Market Rent Created: Monday, April 29, 2013 Updated: Monday, April 29, 2013
Fair market rent is a rent estimate that is calculated by HUD. It is used to determine voucher amounts for Section 8 housing.
Section 8 Created: Monday, April 29, 2013 Updated: Monday, April 29, 2013
Section 8 is a housing assistance program run by HUD. It provides housing vouchers to low-income individuals.
3 HUD Programs Every Property Investor Should Know Created: Saturday, September 17, 2011 Updated: Monday, April 29, 2013
HUD is responsible for enacting numerous housing programs across America. 3 of these HUD programs are essential for property investors to know and understand, here's why..
How to Prevent Pipes From Freezing Created: Monday, February 11, 2013 Updated: Saturday, April 27, 2013
It is important to keep your pipes warm when it gets cold outside. Here is how to prevent your pipes from freezing.
Indiana Security Deposit Law Created: Friday, April 26, 2013 Updated: Saturday, April 27, 2013
Indiana landlord tenant law defines the rules for security deposits in the state. Here is what Indiana landlords can and cannot do.
Washington Security Deposit Law Created: Thursday, April 25, 2013 Updated: Saturday, April 27, 2013
Rental property owners in Washington must follow specific security deposit laws. Learn what you should always do and what you must never do.
Massachusetts Security Deposit Law Created: Friday, May 25, 2012 Updated: Thursday, April 25, 2013
If you own rental property in Massachusetts, you must follow certain security deposit laws. Learn what you can and cannot do.
Documents to Gather for a Short Sale Created: Friday, March 29, 2013 Updated: Friday, March 29, 2013
You will have to put together a short sale package for your lender. Here are some important documents to gather.
5 Things to Avoid in Short Sale Hardship Letter Created: Friday, March 29, 2013 Updated: Friday, March 29, 2013
The hardship letter is an important part of any short sale package. Learn five things to avoid when writing yours.
Fair Housing- List of Protected Classes by State Created: Thursday, December 29, 2011 Updated: Friday, March 29, 2013
Seven classes are protected from housing discrimination by the Fair Housing Act. Learn what additional groups are protected in each state.
Short Sale Basics for Property Investors Created: Wednesday, March 27, 2013 Updated: Friday, March 29, 2013
Every property investor should have a thorough understanding of short sales. Learn the basics.
Buying and Selling Short Sales Created: Thursday, March 28, 2013 Updated: Thursday, March 28, 2013
Short sales have positives and negatives. Property investors who are buying or selling short sales need to be aware of these pros and cons.
Cons of Short Selling Your Property Created: Tuesday, March 26, 2013 Updated: Wednesday, March 27, 2013
There are negatives to short selling your property. Learn the cons of a property investment short sale.
Pros of Short Selling Your Property Created: Tuesday, March 26, 2013 Updated: Tuesday, March 26, 2013
If you are underwater on a property, short selling may be your only option. Learn the pros of an investment property short sale.
Benefits of Buying a Short Sale Created: Thursday, March 21, 2013 Updated: Thursday, March 21, 2013
Property investors can benefit from buying distressed properties. Learn the advantages of buying a short sale.
Risks of Buying a Short Sale Created: Monday, March 18, 2013 Updated: Wednesday, March 20, 2013
If you are considering buying a short sale, you must understand the risks involved. Learn the disadvantages of purchasing a short sale.
Pros and Cons of Investing in Urban Areas Created: Wednesday, January 30, 2013 Updated: Tuesday, March 05, 2013
Buying investment property in urban areas has its pros and cons. Here is the good and bad of buying property in the city.
What Is a Certificate of Occupancy? Created: Wednesday, February 27, 2013 Updated: Thursday, February 28, 2013
Many towns require a property to have a certificate of occupancy. Learn what it is and why you might need one.
Tips for Winterizing Your Property Created: Wednesday, February 27, 2013 Updated: Wednesday, February 27, 2013
Winterizing your property is important. These useful tips will teach you what parts of the property to focus on and how to protect them.

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