Would you take? (by GKARL [PA]) Jul 16, 2019 12:40 PM
Would you take? (by S i d [MO]) Jul 16, 2019 12:44 PM
Would you take? (by GKARL [PA]) Jul 16, 2019 12:46 PM
Would you take? (by myob [GA]) Jul 16, 2019 2:26 PM
Would you take? (by Ken [NY]) Jul 16, 2019 3:13 PM
Would you take? (by BRAD 20,000 [IN]) Jul 16, 2019 4:52 PM
Would you take? (by AllyM [NJ]) Jul 16, 2019 5:04 PM
Would you take? (by DJ [VA]) Jul 16, 2019 5:58 PM
Would you take? (by GKARL [PA]) Jul 16, 2019 6:52 PM
Would you take? (by Tony [NJ]) Jul 16, 2019 7:28 PM
Would you take? (by ned [AL]) Jul 16, 2019 9:20 PM
Would you take? (by Still Learning [NH]) Jul 16, 2019 9:52 PM
Would you take? (by Still Learning [NH]) Jul 16, 2019 10:02 PM
Would you take? (by Still Learning [NH]) Jul 16, 2019 10:05 PM
Would you take? (by BRAD 20,000 [IN]) Jul 17, 2019 12:24 AM
Would you take? (by myob [GA]) Jul 17, 2019 7:05 AM
Would you take? (by S i d [MO]) Jul 17, 2019 9:18 AM
Would you take? (by AllyM [NJ]) Jul 17, 2019 9:38 AM
Would you take? (by GKARL [PA]) Jul 17, 2019 1:57 PM
Would you take? (by J [FL]) Jul 17, 2019 8:21 PM
Would you take? (by GKARL [PA]) Posted on: Jul 16, 2019 12:40 PM Message:
This is for a room, but not in the rooming house, so this would fall under LL/Tenant. Here's the situation: A 48 year old male with an intellectual disability. He gets SSD and works PT at a local supermarket. His sister is his rep payee and handles all of his legal affairs. He meets my income requirement. My concern is his ability to function on his own, but he apparently functions well enough to have held his job for over a year. He currently lives with this same sister and was working near her but transferred to another supermarket near my building, thus his desire to move.
Would you take?
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Would you take? (by S i d [MO]) Posted on: Jul 16, 2019 12:44 PM Message:
I'd ask sister to co-sign. If she decided to stop paying your changes to collect would be limited and he'd probably bail on the job the minute your wage attachment hit and you can't garnishee SSD. to that end, I'd want her personally on the hook. If he's as good as she thinks he is, this should not be a problem. If she refuses...there's your clue that there is too much risk for you.
If your own family won't "take a chance" on you....why should a LL? --107.216.xxx.xxx |
Would you take? (by GKARL [PA]) Posted on: Jul 16, 2019 12:46 PM Message:
Good idea Sid. Thanks --64.121.xxx.xxx |
Would you take? (by myob [GA]) Posted on: Jul 16, 2019 2:26 PM Message:
NO and I don't say no often. --99.103.xxx.xxx |
Would you take? (by Ken [NY]) Posted on: Jul 16, 2019 3:13 PM Message:
Yes,I would and have --72.231.xxx.xxx |
Would you take? (by BRAD 20,000 [IN]) Posted on: Jul 16, 2019 4:52 PM Message:
G,
Why not? Send him to me!
My experience with such people is they stay forever.
Legally we cannot discriminate based on mental handicap.
Did anyone tell you he cannot function on his own? Or the sister wants him out?
2 Minute In Home Visit will show his ability to care for a home.
Suggestion: I like SID's idea for her to co-sign BECAUSE you might need a witness to prove you are not taking advantage of him. Been there.
BRAD --73.102.xxx.xxx |
Would you take? (by AllyM [NJ]) Posted on: Jul 16, 2019 5:04 PM Message:
I would find a reason not to take him. His sister is his backbone and without her I don't see him as being able to function. Holding a structured job with simple duties does not mean he can keep his clothes washed and the apartment clean. --173.61.xxx.xx |
Would you take? (by DJ [VA]) Posted on: Jul 16, 2019 5:58 PM Message:
Depends. He could be great - or not. With his sister nearby looking out for him, I would probably take him - IF her/their current home passed the in-home visit.
I have an adult child with a disability that I am currently working to establish her independence. I won't be around forever. She may not be "getting rid" of him as much as helping him be more independent - while still watching out for him.
If THEY raised the subject of him having a disability, they MAY be open to discussing more precisely what his needs are. But tread lightly and ask vague, generally leading questions. If hey perceive you as friendly and caring, they may open up and tell you all you need to know to make a wise decision.
I believe I would approach it by explaining -to both of them, together- in detail the rules and responsibilities in the lease - and watch their reaction as to whether or not he will be able to abide by them. And in a roommate situation, see if he has sufficient communication / interpersonal skills. This is one of those times that an in-person conversation would be very helpful.
BTW: I think it's a good sign that he works - shows willingness to earn what you have --68.10.xxx.x |
Would you take? (by GKARL [PA]) Posted on: Jul 16, 2019 6:52 PM Message:
I just met them. Told the sister that she'd need to be on the lease. She had no problem with that but balked at having her credit run for the application. The guy seemed fine but may have some problems making adult decisions. --64.121.xxx.xxx |
Would you take? (by Tony [NJ]) Posted on: Jul 16, 2019 7:28 PM Message:
In addition to all the above, I would like to speak with more than one party who provided previous addresses before moving in with the sister. --73.215.xxx.xx |
Would you take? (by ned [AL]) Posted on: Jul 16, 2019 9:20 PM Message:
I have an autistic daughter. She's a bit odd...but a wonderful person. I know that she will struggle some with employment and other life aspects. I sure hope that potential employers and yes, landlords give her a chance. It's one of the few things I worry about as I fall to sleep each night. --70.92.xx.xx |
Would you take? (by Still Learning [NH]) Posted on: Jul 16, 2019 9:52 PM Message:
I have a similar situation. The siblings are supportive. When it began, I put the brother on the lease so I could discuss anything I needed or reach out to him with any issues. The brother in law is the representative payee. I wrote into the lease that I could contact either about any tenant and/or finance items. After a year, this tenant was awarded Section 8 and I accepted it so the brother’s name came off the lease. Aside from not liking being involved with Section 8 (although that office is well run) there have been 1 or 2 times having the brother on the lease would have benefitted me. The ex-wife caused some loud yelling and currently he has friends hanging around that have scammed local landlords and been kicked off Section 8. I can’t really control who he has for guests, but if the brother were on the lease, I would call and have a heart to heart. After a year, I went month to month so if there are issues, I am not locked into a year lease. He has been there 6 1/2 years and is becoming almost too comfortable and I need to remind him he needs permission to put a patio in, etc. On the other hand he is very sweet, puts hanging flowers out front, rakes the yard for something to do (even though I pay for fall cleanup with a landscaper), etc. The biggest issue is some of the friends he finds that also don’t work. One of his friends is the autistic son of my electrician who is also very nice. He is usually quick to change any habits or disruptions I need to talk to him about. --107.77.xxx.xxx |
Would you take? (by Still Learning [NH]) Posted on: Jul 16, 2019 10:02 PM Message:
If you have some concerns, if he stocks shelves or bags groceries, swing by the grocery store for an item and observe how he interacts with customers/other staff. That will give you a sense of his communication skills. Jobs can instill a sense of pride, confidence and accomplishment. He may or may not interact differently in that environment versus meeting you and seeing the room for the first time. --107.77.xxx.xxx |
Would you take? (by Still Learning [NH]) Posted on: Jul 16, 2019 10:05 PM Message:
I am a teacher and work with children with our special education population frequently. Many of those skills help me with landlording in general. Your rooming house experiences probably help to prepare you for unique tenants and circumstances like this. --107.77.xxx.xxx |
Would you take? (by BRAD 20,000 [IN]) Posted on: Jul 17, 2019 12:24 AM Message:
Could be a good prospect for Sec8.
Disappointing so many LLs jump to negative conclusions with such little information.
Stay legal. “EVERYONE is welcome to apply.”
BRAD --73.102.xxx.xxx |
Would you take? (by myob [GA]) Posted on: Jul 17, 2019 7:05 AM Message:
The fact is we are LL's not social workers. There are facilities for helping and people who know HOW to help AKA trained in this situation. So unless your changing careers!!!! --99.103.xxx.xxx |
Would you take? (by S i d [MO]) Posted on: Jul 17, 2019 9:18 AM Message:
Balked at you pulling her credit? Not a good sign. Ask why, listen, and then say...
"Everyone who applies must be treated the same. We pull credit on ALL applicants. If we don't pull yours, we could be sued for illegal discrimination."
Reminder her that one hard credit pull will not hurt her score much. A few points which will recover in a short time.
Your reasoning for doing it is sound: It WILL confirm her identity and whether or not she's responsible paying what she owes. It also keeps you from being sued for illegal discrimination, as noted above.
Bottom line: I'm not getting a good feeling about this. It is the applicant's responsibility to make me feel like they are a good choice. They do not sound willing to cooperate. --107.216.xxx.xxx |
Would you take? (by AllyM [NJ]) Posted on: Jul 17, 2019 9:38 AM Message:
She won't allow a credit check? NEXT. She will not cooperate in other ways when you need her help with him. --173.61.xxx.xx |
Would you take? (by GKARL [PA]) Posted on: Jul 17, 2019 1:57 PM Message:
I use an online service for applications and sent her a link. She has not responded so I figure she self screened. Her credit history must be very problematic. Next. --172.58.xxx.xx |
Would you take? (by J [FL]) Posted on: Jul 17, 2019 8:21 PM Message:
Yeah, obviously something not right. Bye Bye! --72.188.xxx.xxx |
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