Question One: Recently, I had a tenant vacate a unit and he left several items. I presumed that these items were abandoned so I put them in storage and after two weeks, I disposed of them. I have now received a letter from this tenant demanding his belongings or he will sue me for their…
DetailsHello everybody. A huge amount of knowledge that each of us possess was acquired in reliance on hearsay. For example, when we learned from our history books that Columbus discovered Americain 1492, or when our science teacher taught us that there are seven principal colors in
If one looks at the current paper money system and its negative social and social-political effects, the question must arise: where are the protests by the supporters and protectors of social justice? Why don’t we
By Al Aiello, CPA, MS Taxation “My lawyer told me umbrella insurance is enough to protect me, so I don’t need an LLC.” ~ An ill-advised Real Estate Investor With lawyers like the above, who needs
DetailsIn the first half of 2013, ten discrimination complaints were filed with the anti-discrimination division by the Disability Law Center (DLC) as a result of fair housing testers. In each case, the DLC tested the landlords twice and each time found them to be discriminating. Of the ten cases, two have been settled so far. Settlements…
DetailsStealing a car is a felony that is punishable by up to 10 years in prison and a $20,000 fine. Second degree robbery is a felony that is punishable by a minimum of two years in state prison and probation for
DetailsIf you have a vacancy or an upcoming vacancy, your main goal is to get it rented as quickly as possible. The best way to rent your available unit is to make sure you
It is our continuous goal to aid and support you in making this business of providing housing for others more profitable, easier and yes, more enjoyable. AOA wishes each and every one of you a happy, healthy and prosperous New Year and we look forward to being of service to you throughout the years to…
DetailsAfter a long dry spell, we have entered a market cycle where rents are increasing. As a building owner, you need to have your rents keep pace with the market with the same diligence you look after your
2014 could be a terrific time to be a landlord. Changes in the tax code could mean more business for us. As there have been for some time, there are rumblings about doing away with
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