Archive for January, 2010

What I Learned In Class So Far

January 26th, 2010. Published under Goals. 1 Comment.

Looking back at my years and years (and years) of schooling I really can’t say I have much to show for my time. I still don’t understand why I have to take 4 years of University; I could do it in 2 for sure. Cut all the unrelated useless courses out of my program and the unrelated useless topics from the good courses.

The biggest, most pervasive topic that I have encountered time and time again is the method for getting things done. It goes like this:

Top 10: Deal With Bad Tenants

January 25th, 2010. Published under Top 10. 2 Comments.

I own a rental property currently, and I have 3 people renting from me.  Unfortunately, I had a bad tenant.  Not one who didn’t pay rent or damaged things, but someone who was very disturbing to the other tenants.  The eviction process went quite smoothly, and despite a few insulting letters, I remain unscathed.

Over the past 9 months, I have learned a tremendous amount about how to be a friendly landlord, but also how to deal firmly and in a controlled manner with any issues that arise.

1. Interview your Applicants