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When is a Lease a “Done Deal?”

“Sold Rented, No More Showings” When is a rental property officially “spoken for,” and therefore off the market? A.  When the prospective tenant signs the lease. B. When the landlord deposits their security deposit and first rent check. C. When the landlord completes the tenant’s background check, including credit history. D. When the tenant moves in. Answer: ...
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The Rental Bluff

“If I Can’t Get My Price . . . I’ll Rent It!” Lots of Buyers’ agents — myself included — have heard that line lately from Listing agents (representing Sellers). How credible is that threat? My take is that it depends on the following variables: –Condition.  The nicer the home, the less believable.  A Seller...
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