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| Subject | Date Asked | Expert |
| Rental Property Management | 2/7/2012 | John Souerbry |
| Q: I own a home that is 100 miles away from where I live now. I have had two renters but have had ... A: I found several South Carolina property managers online by adding "single family home" to my search ... | ||
| Rental Property Management | 2/7/2012 | Donald J. Leske II |
| Q: I own a home that is 100 miles away from where I live now. I have had two renters but have had ... A: --- Hello Arthur, Thank you for your email. Yes, I agree with you that it is a lot of work to ... | ||
| Excessively High Late Fees | 2/7/2012 | Mike Fortunato |
| Q: My owner has a Property Management Company that handles her rentals. I am a tenant here, we rewrote ... A: You can probably guess my first suggestion, which would be don't be late with your rent! That would ... | ||
| Property Managers Failure to make authorized repairs | 2/6/2012 | Donald J. Leske II |
| Q: Tenant notified property manager that garage door was not opening and closing properly end of May. ... A: --- Hello Carl, Yes.., it would most certainly seem that the Property Manager in charge at that ... | ||
| liability for lease prior to possession of keys | 2/5/2012 | Donald J. Leske II |
| Q: I am in the process to move into a new residence, I found a rental that met my needs, price was good ... A: --- Hello James! Thank you for the good rating, by the way. Yes I would have to agree from where I ... | ||
| Property Manager without contract | 2/5/2012 | Donald J. Leske II |
| Q: I have read some past question answered by the experts here regarding terminating the relationship ... A: ...Hello Karl, Thank you for your question. I must state for the record that you are asking a legal ... | ||
| liability for lease prior to possession of keys | 2/4/2012 | Donald J. Leske II |
| Q: I am in the process to move into a new residence, I found a rental that met my needs, price was good ... A: --- Hello James, Let me preface my answer by stating that you are asking a Legal question and I am ... | ||
| pet deposits | 1/30/2012 | Mike Fortunato |
| Q: We bought our property management business 2 years ago. The previous owners had it for 3 years. ... A: Most third party management companies handle trust funds that belong to its client. Basically, this ... | ||
| Property Management | 1/30/2012 | Stefani Nachatilo |
| Q: I'm thinking about purchasing a condominium and have a management company to look after it. My ... A: You would need to check and see if there is a home owner association for this community. If so, ... | ||
| Residential ( Fl. ) Property Management Requirments | 1/30/2012 | Ben Edsall |
| Q: I am a 25 yr. Fl. Real Estate Broker. What else is required of me besides being a broker to manage ... A: According the sources I've read, Florida laws are as follows. ... | ||
| Primary Residence to Rental Property | 1/25/2012 | John Souerbry |
| Q: John, My husband and I are looking to turn our primary residence into a rental property. With the ... A: I've had several clients do what you're doing and here are the considerations: - In qualifying for a ... | ||
| lease/3 day notice | 1/25/2012 | Donald J. Leske II |
| Q: goodafternoon. I have a question in regards to three day notices sent to my property. i am also a ... A: --- Hello Mrs Bell, Yes it sure sounds like you were put in harms way. I am not licensed in ... | ||
| Cease and desist | 1/23/2012 | John Souerbry |
| Q: Both parents have passed disputing over the residential property, can or will it help to write a c&d ... A: Kerrie - as a beneficiary of the estate, you should be able to have your attorney request that you ... | ||
| Insurance | 1/22/2012 | Mike Fortunato |
| Q: A relative has a property management business and we were at it the other night regarding insurance. ... A: I'm not sure what to suggest to help convince someone of something that is pure common sense! Nobody ... | ||
| Cease | 1/21/2012 | Mike Fortunato |
| Q: I just received a letter from the landlord stating that I have a male living in my home that is not ... A: This is a common area of dispute, where it sometimes becomes difficult to determine visitor vs. ... | ||
| Cease and Desist Order | 1/20/2012 | John Souerbry |
| Q: I currently have a property management company handling my rental that has a tenant in it right now. ... A: In California, an order that comes from the Department of Real Estate could mean several things, ... | ||
| property manager changed locks | 1/19/2012 | Mike Fortunato |
| Q: We hired a property manager to rent out our house due to relocating. The said property manager ... A: Sounds like I'm missing something, since I'm not sure I understand the problem relating to changing ... | ||
| Return Rent Check Charges | 1/18/2012 | Mike Fortunato |
| Q: In August of 2011, we had a rent check that was returned from the bank to our apartment landlord. We ... A: You certainly have a right to see the accounting as to where that figure came from. Granted, they ... | ||
| Tenant broke lease | 1/15/2012 | Donald J. Leske II |
| Q: I have a single family rental property where the tenant broke the lease by leaving 4 months early ... A: ---Hello Ken, I know how you feel.., been there myself. I recommend you get the council of a good ... | ||
| Roommate leasing | 1/14/2012 | Donald J. Leske II |
| Q: Here is the situation: I am currently on a 12 month lease with two roommates. Now, that we are into ... A: --- Hola Guillermo, This is a GREAT example of why people NEED to have everything....in writing. I ... | ||
| Handicapped Parking | 1/12/2012 | Mike Fortunato |
| Q: Does a highrise condo have to provide the same number of handicapped parking spaces as set forth in ... A: Normally, the minimum number of handicapped stalls is affected by the type of building and its use. ... | ||
| Property Management Independent Contractor | 1/9/2012 | Mike Fortunato |
| Q: Fortunato, I have managed my own properties for over 20 years. I do not have my Real Estate ... A: First, you would need to obtain a real estate salesperson's license (in California). You can't ... | ||
| Property Management Residential Tax | 1/6/2012 | Donald J. Leske II |
| Q: As a property manager for 2 rental homes..how do I report to the IRS (if applicable) the gross rents ... A: ---Hi Steve, First I am obligated to state that I am not an Attorney, cannot give you legal advice ... | ||
| Apartment Manager | 1/5/2012 | Mike Fortunato |
| Q: What kind of license is required to be an apartment manager and where could I attain one? Are there ... A: If you work for the owner of the apartment building directly, no license would be required. If you ... | ||
| Lease or what to protect my residency in family home | 1/5/2012 | Donald J. Leske II |
| Q: My parents bought me a home 2 years ago in NC. The understanding was that it was mine and I was to ... A: --- Hello Steph, Yes there are things that can legally be done to totally protect you for the rest ... | ||
| How to protect myself legally in a home bought for me but name is not on deed? | 1/5/2012 | John Souerbry |
| Q: My parents bought me a home 2 years ago in NC. The understanding was that it was mine and I was to ... A: Sorry about the situation you're in. The best thing you can do is consult with a local attorney to ... | ||
| Tenant Landlords re: repairing | 1/4/2012 | Donald J. Leske II |
| Q: Donald J. Leske II: My name is Nicki Ferrari and I been a tenant at my residence for 25 years. ... A: --- Hello Nicki, I am not an Attorney and cannot give you legal advice. However, this is much like ... | ||
| Non-refundable security deposit hidden in first month's rent | 12/27/2011 | Mike Fortunato |
| Q: My mother rented an apartment in West Los Angeles and recently moved out. The company that managed ... A: Naturally, I'm against a practice of hiding any type of fee, including security deposits. Similarly, ... | ||
| background checks | 12/20/2011 | Mike Fortunato |
| Q: I would like to know what is a good website to check someone's criminal background. I will be ... A: Actually, for the service we use, it is the same thing as they offer both. A quick search on the web ... | ||
| background checks | 12/20/2011 | Mike Fortunato |
| Q: I would like to know what is a good website to check someone's criminal background. I will be ... A: Sorry, but I don't know of any credit reporting service that would allow a consumer to check another ... | ||
| apartment fires | 12/14/2011 | Mike Fortunato |
| Q: my landlord refuse to tell me my rights after a fire broke out in my apartment... he stated i caused ... A: Unfortunately, you are going to need to ask this question to an attorney. I'm guessing a lot will ... | ||
| Senior Citizens and Home Owners Association Assessments | 12/9/2011 | Mike Fortunato |
| Q: My wife and I have an over 65 homestead exemption on our house and live in an unincorporated area ... A: Unfortunately, I don't know of any senior citizen exemptions that would apply to HOA dues. Note that ... | ||
| Land Contract and Taxes | 12/2/2011 | Donald J. Leske II |
| Q: I bought a house through land contract in 2/09. I have made every single payment on time. It turns ... A: ... Hello Samila, YES.., you can always sue someone like that. However, I am not an Attorney and ... | ||
| Normal Wear and Tear for Marble Floor | 11/30/2011 | Donald J. Leske II |
| Q: After 3 years and 11 months residing in government leased housing overseas, the General Services ... A: --- Hello Charles, A lot depends on what kind of marble it is. Some marble is very solid, and some ... | ||
| So much noise from above! | 11/16/2011 | Donald J. Leske II |
| Q: I live in a normal apartment community, and have been living on the ground floor for the last four ... A: ---- Hello Jeff, I am not a licensed Attorney, but these things are on a case by case basis and ... | ||
| Small Claims for Non payment, etc. | 11/12/2011 | K. David Meit, CPM |
| Q: I am a landlord filing a civil suit in small claims court in Maryland for past due rent. We ... A: Natasha, You have asked a number of legal questions and since I am not an attorney I am unable to ... | ||
| Is this legal to do when you’re on a lease? | 11/11/2011 | Ben Edsall |
| Q: I have a lease for my apartment that ends at the end of May 2012. I want to move out either in ... A: Without knowing more about the lease, I'd have to say; like most things in life the answer is do the ... | ||
| Renewing of lease | 11/7/2011 | K. David Meit, CPM |
| Q: Do I have any rights if I want to stay in my apt or can i take my landlord to court because they are ... A: Bandia, The answer to this question depends on the terms of your lease and the jurisdiction you ... | ||
| Is this legal to do when you’re on a lease? | 11/5/2011 | Ben Edsall |
| Q: I have a lease for my apartment that ends at the end of May 2012. I want to move out either in ... A: I sincerely doubt that you would be in violation of any actual laws; however you may be in violation ... | ||
| owner-property management | 11/4/2011 | K. David Meit, CPM |
| Q: We own a 1 family home in Delaware. We hired a property management company to advertise for and ... A: Beth, Your question is not actually related to residential property management but contract law. As ... | ||
Residential Property Management
Answers by Expert:
Donald J. Leske II
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Expertise
Advocate for Landlord & Tenant Rights. Based in Washington State as a Licensed Real Estate Broker and Property Manager. I am a Landlord but I am not a Lawyer. Ask any question dealing with the rental of residential properties, including; 1. Evictions. 2. Maintenance & repair issues. 3. How to set a fair rental price. 4. When to hire a property manager. 5. Selling and how to determine value. 6. Basic tax questions and Legal issues ok, but most will be referred to a professional in that field.
Experience
I have 30 years experience in Property Management with about 320 clients, plus I own my own Real Estate Brokerage (www.Homesandproperties.com) with expanded experience & training in Short Sales, Foreclosure negotiations and rental property management. I write an informal online Real Estate News Magazine and am a member of NARPM, National Association of Residential Property Managers and have been quoted by News Agencies.
Organizations
NARPM, NWMLS, ABR Certified
Publications
Rated and reviewed Editorials, Advice and short Articles at Trulia, Active Rain and All Experts online.
Trulia.com Advice Contributor
Activerain.com contributor
All Experts contributor
Education/Credentials
ABR Certified, State of Washington Licensed Agent & Broker. Past member of BBB, Chamber of Commerce and Board of Realtors.
Awards and Honors
2003, 2004, 2005, 2006 Presidents Gold Award for high achievement, John L. Scott Realty. - "Shining Star Award" 2006 - 03/04/05/06 All Star of the Year Award for excellence.
Past/Present Clients
See client testimonies at: http://www.bci-properties.com/testimonies.htm
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