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July 2013

Inside this issue:

Letter from President 2-3

Calendar 4

Form: Itemization of the 6 Security Deposit

Returning the Security Deposit 7-8 No Monthly Monday Night Meetings until September.

Breakfast meeting continues year round! Quick Tips 9

Welcome to the Early 10-11 Bird Breakfast Breakfast Meeting

7 Safety Tips for Land- Saturday, July 13th, 2013 lords from The Rental 12 Property Reporter 7:00 a.m. FYI: 13

HUD Landlord 14-15 NEW LOCATION: Pet Restrictions

Back to the Basics: Do as 16 I Say, Not as I Do

MOPOA Contacts 17

Properties for Sale 18

Farm House Cafe 84th & Grover (3461 S. 84th St., next to Mangelsen’s)

Interested in sponsoring coffee for a meeting?

Call Maxine at 402-932-1022

MOPOA Page 2 Letter from the President By John C. Chatelain, President MOPOA

After an appropriate delay to observe transition in the mayor’s office, our code enforcement work is back on track. A federal complaint is ready to file as negotiations between our attorney, Jason Bruno, and the city attorney’s office proceed along several lines. A joint task force including representatives from our association and the city would design Standard Operating Procedures for code inspectors. Certain code inspectors, with a penchant for abusive behavior, would be removed. A simple punch list of “to do” items would replace the hopelessly vague and ambiguous code violation notices. Several city ordinances would be corrected to address arbitrary enforcement and un- fettered discretion by code inspectors to interpret, adopt and enforce rules and regulations. The improper attempt to place the burden of proof on property owners would be eliminated. Appeals to the Omaha Build- ing Board of Review, and from the BBR to the district court would be revisited. To further plead the case, Tom Jizba, Dave Paladino, Jill Archer, Arnie Breslow and I recently met with Mayor Jean Stothert and staff. Five specific instances of harassment, involving repeated code violation notices, refusals to release properties and criminal citations, apparently to pressure owners to sell, were documented. Although fighting city hall is notoriously difficult, protection of our property rights is too important for us to back down. Provided the challenges of an intrusive government can be managed, it appears prospects for prosper- ity in real estate are improving. In an article entitled Running out of cousins . . . The U.S. Boom is Back printed in the June 17th, 2013 edition of Liberty Investor, Dr. Steve Sjuggerud writes about his Honduran friend forced to bring in more and more cousins to operate a booming house painting business. Regarding his coastal Florida community the author notes new construction is happening again. “We’ve quickly gone from too much supply and no demand to the opposite situation - no supply and lots of demand.” “I think what’s going on is that people are feeling wealthy again – wealthy enough to travel to Flor- ida and open their wallets. And I think what’s happening in Florida is what’s happening in the rest of the country”, opined Sjuggerud. By cutting interest rates and printing money, the Federal Reserve has artificially pushed up prices of homes and other assets. This makes people feel better off so they are more com- fortable spending again. Sjuggerud points to a recent USA today report that “Rising home prices, up 12.1 percent in April year-over-year, have lifted 1.7 million home loan borrowers above water in the past year.” The author con- cluded, “I believe this Federal Reserve-created boom will continue, and U.S. housing is one of my favorite ways to play it.” Whether or not the boom is being artificially ignited, landlords stand to benefit from a rising tide in several ways. First, we welcome an increase in the value of our holdings; second, debt to asset ratios will improve; third, loans will be serviced and retired with cheaper dollars and finally, higher prices can be expected to stimulate demand for renting by discouraging home buying activity. Article continued on the next page. . . July 2013 Page 3

Letter from the President Continued. . .

According to a recent memo from Dave Paladino, of Landmark Group in Omaha, the number of renting households has soared since the housing crash of 2008. Within the next decade, 5 to 6 million renter households are expected to be formed, according to the National Association of REALTORS. Paladino “Long term cites U.S. Census Bureau predictions that renter households will grow from 38 commitment million to 41 million within the next two years. to real “In general, across the country there are more renters now than there were two or three years ago,” says Wally Charnoff, CEO of RentRange. estate Year after year, for better or worse, richer or poorer, in sickness and in investing health, we stay the course. Long term commitment to real estate investing pays off. pays off.” Those who devote time and talents to MOPOA can also be expected to reap generous long term rewards. Spread the word that membership in our association is a good deal. We all work pretty hard but let’s not forget to enjoy the summer.

Prices range from $10-$20, depending on conditions. Sometimes by bid/sometimes by the hour.

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July 2013 Schedule of Events Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 2 3 4 5 6 NO Monday Night Meeting: until September 9th, 2013

(2nd Monday of Month Sept-May)

______7 8 9 10 11 12 13 MOPOA Early Bird Breakfast: Breakfast Meeting Saturday, July 13th, 2013 7:00a.m. 7:00 a.m. 16 14 15 17 18 19 20 Farm House Café Omaha 1 Real NE Taxpayers 84th& Grover St. (Saturday after Estate Investors for Freedom 7:00 p.m. 6:30 p.m. the MOPOA Monday Night meeting)

______21 22 23 24 25 26 27 NE Taxpayers for Freedom:

Wednesday, July 17th, 2013 6:30 28 29 30 31 p.m. Millard Library 132nd St. and 1/2 mile So. of West Center Rd. (3rd Wednesday of the month)

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Omaha 1 Real Estate Investors Association: Survey: What specific Monday, July 15th, 2013 items do you like to 7:00p.m. Westside Conference Center, 3534 S. 108th St. Info: John at 402-301- purchase at Lowe’s if 3909 (3rd Monday of the month) you could get a discount on them? Be very, very specific. Email me: [email protected] MOPOA Page 5

 MISC. GOLF CLUBS MAKE AN OFFER CALL TONY 402-981- 9460 OR 402-981-9459 TO PLACE AN AD: Fax 402-344-3910 or email [email protected] your ad with your “stuff” for sale, you must be a member, and keep your prices reasonable.

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MOPOA Page 7 Returning the Security Deposit By Molly Zavitz, MOPOA Operations and Finance Committee

A security deposit is the money that you collect to cover any damages beyond normal wear and tear and any unpaid balances after the tenant vacates your unit. In essence, it is being held by you for the tenant. It is not the same as rent, as it is refundable as long as certain conditions are met. It is to cover cost of damage, cleaning, trash removal and if there is any unpaid rent. (Some states make you keep it in a special account and pay interest to the tenant- yikes!!! Glad we don't have to do that in Nebraska or Iowa.)

In Nebraska you may require up to 1 month’s rent as security deposit, but no more than this. If the tenant has a pet, you can require up to 1/4 of the regular rent as security deposit, but no more than this. So if the rent is $650, the security deposit can be $650 and the pet deposit would be $162.50. If the animal is not a pet, but a service animal, then you may NOT charge ANY pet deposit, because this animal is NOT a pet. (However, the tenant still must take care of this animal and clean up after it and not let it damage your unit).

A security deposit can not be used as the last month’s rent, but for some reason this is a popular misconception among tenants, so make sure that the time of the lease signing you make it clear this can’t be used for the last month’s rent.

If you use the lease written for MOPOA, then there is a list of deductions that will be applied if the tenant does not clean something or if they damage something that is beyond wear and tear. Costs that you might intend to de- duct at the end of tenancy must be originally stated in the lease agreement, so you should have a list of costs to cover it so you can charge them if they don’t clean under the stove or painted a room that you will have to re- paint. Cleaning is covered, but not normal wear and tear. Normal wear and tear is different to different people, so try to be reasonable about it. Huge holes are damage, picture nail holes are wear and tear. Carpet with bleach stains is damage, matted carpet that needs to be cleaned is wear and tear. Worn, frayed, scuffed, scratched, and loose, usually means wear and tear. A loose doorknob- wear and tear. Doors broken off the hinges—damage. Worn linoleum- wear and tear. Gouges or pieces missing could be damage.

So how do you agree what the condition of the unit was and not have a disagreements with the tenant? Was there or was there not that red cherry Kool-Aid stain in the middle of the living room carpet? Did all the fixtures have working light bulbs when they moved in? (Yes, I’ve had tenants take every light bulb in the house upon move-out, which is annoy- ing more than anything else.)

To agree on the condition of the property, it’s best to walk through the unit with the tenant at the time of signing the lease, so that both of you know the condition of the unit. There are checklists out there, or you can just write down what the condition is and further document it with photos. Technically it is the tenants responsibility to make such a list, so most of the time I will tell the tenant to write down anything they notice wrong with the unit, and indicate if they can live with it or want it fixed (within reason, like a screen that you didn’t realize was torn, not replace the carpet or anything like that). Article continued on the next page. . . July 2013 Page 8

Returning the Security Deposit Continued. . .

However, if you do that make sure the list is dated, and if possible, signed by both the landlord and the tenant. If you can’t agree on the amount returned of the security deposit you may find yourself in small claims court, where the burden of proof will be on you, and I have heard that the judges usually side with the tenant (If you’d had experience with this, I’d love to hear what your experience was: [email protected])

In Nebraska, when the tenant moves out, you have 14 days to return the deposit. This request is suppose to be made on demand by the tenant, but for some reason this never happens either, so it is part of my move-out pro- cedure to just make accounting for the deposit and get this to them within the 14day. If they don’t leave a for- warding address, then mail it to the place they just vacated. Most of the time if the tenant has money coming back to them they leave an address and return the keys. I’ve found that if they have owe a lot of money for damages to the unit beyond what the security deposit covers, they are usually long gone or you had to evict them in the first place.

There is a belief among tenants that landlords want to keep security deposits. This would be unethical and illegal, but still it is a popular misconception. I would much rather get my unit back in good condition than keep their deposit, because in my experience it is never enough to cover the damage that a willful damage causing tenant will cause. No amount of a security deposit can for example cover 5 dumpsters full of trash or every pane of glass in the house being broken out. I also give tenant’s the benefit of the doubt. If it appears that they tried to clean the bathtub or kitchen floor, but just didn’t do a very good job, I would not take those off as deductions. MOPOA Page 9

Quick Tips By Maxine Kading, MOPOA

1. I just read something that I like, but not sure about the value increase. The state- ment made “a decorative front door adds $24,000 to the value”. It also says that mature trees add $28,000 to the value. And to think I have no mature trees. It costs a small fortune to have them removed too. If I was buying a house, I would check as to how many old trees were on the property that I may have to remove. As for the decorative door, even a bright front door is attractive whether it matches your shutters or not.

2. Is there a stubborn soap scum problem in your tenant property that you are trying to clean? Try equal parts of Epsom salts and liquid dish deter- gent.

3. I have hardwood floors, so I can’t try this, but baby wipes are recommended for cleaning up on carpets. The pre-moistened wipes are great for 402-932-1022 really tough carpet spills, including blood and MOPOA Information motor oil. I can’t imagine how motor oil would Center 7 days a week. get on the carpets, but what do I know.

*Sunny Bohlke *Regina Fo Hill *Myron Johnson, Jr. *Felicidad C. Fowler

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Welcome to the Early Bird Breakfast by Maxine Kading MOPOA Board

*NEW LOCATION: The Farm House Café Saturday, July 13th, 2013 84& Grover (next to Mangelsen’s)

The Farm House Café In spite of everything else that was going on in Omaha we Attend the 84th & Grover St. had a good meeting with a lot of passing of knowledge. Breakfast Our breakfast meeting always has a good amount of new Breakfast 7:00 a.m. information both for new and the current members. It is Meeting! It’s a Cost: Order off of the amazing the number of topics discussed. It’s probably an casual open menu. eye-opener for the new rental property members as there is forum to get always a number of problems that are hashed over. Meeting at 7:30 a.m. solutions and Some of the topics discussed were: promptly. meet other 1. Several items of police matters came up. (a) Sales- Questions: members! person (?) who came to a door with a product and Maxine Kading wanted into the house to demonstrate. No way says 402-932-1022 Mr. Homeowner. He reported it to the police, but the salesperson had left and couldn’t be located in the neighborhood. (b) Unknown female showed up at

the door. . .stepped in quickly. Claimed the homeowner had an air condi- tioner, furnace and some kitchen cabinets located at the unknown woman’s house. Owner got her out of the door. . .observed that she was ‘high’ on something . . .and called the police. (c) Tenant threatened owner saying she would kill her. What happened? I don’t know, but this is a serious matter. Don’t hesitate to inform the police. . . .it may save your life.

2. MUD changed my account number on the billing. There seemed to be some conflicting info on this matter. I called my bank regarding the fact that they pay, from my account, the current bill and would need the new account number. The bank checked with MUD and were told that it would be taken care of without patrons giving the bank the new account numbers.

Article continued on next page. . .

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Welcome to the Early Bird Breakfast Continued. . .

3. Recently a member said Vet’s could get discounts at Menard’s, Lowe’s and Home Depot by showing their Veteran card. One member checked with, I believe, Menard’s and was told ‘NO’. At this meeting several vets said, ‘yes, they do get discounts’. Check with the store manager at each store when you go in “Join the and you should be ok with getting the discount. College of 4. If it’s not one thing being stolen, it’s another. Now it’s not only the copper the Landlords, thieves take, it is also the Freon. How can we protect ourselves? No 5. Another item stolen recently was a washer from an apartment complex. The Tuition!!!” tenant saw it being taken, but had no idea it was being heisted. Again, how do we protect ourselves?

6. One of our members has a rental house owned by a non-caring landlord next door. The property is run down and the weeds are growing. He has called vari- ous city offices, but as of yet nothing has happened.

7. A member owns two lots in North ‘O’. When his son went to mow, he found his lot turned into a parking lot for Habitat for Humanity. With the rain we’ve had, you can visualize how badly the lot was torn up. The claim was made that they had permission to park there! No way. They said they “would take care of the matter.”

8. Another had a mouse problem. It turned out to be from small holes in the foun- dation. Mice can get in through all kinds of means.

9. Another member has had trouble getting an A/C man out to fix a unit. You need to get set up with the HVAC/AC techs, the plumbers, the electricians, etc. , so when you have a problem they know who you are and will get your units up and going. Check your prices and stick with them. MOPOA Page 12

www.rentalpropertyreporter.com

7 Safety Tips for Landlords By Tracey March, June 10th, 2013

Although most of us have heard news stories involving crimes against real estate agents– say, a mugging or attack at an open house–there hasn’t been too much media attention on crimes against landlords. Yet, landlord-tenant violence appears in newspaper headlines with some frequency. Just last week a tenant was arrested for pepper spraying his landlord, who was doing maintenance nearby.

To bring some attention to the topic, we’ve compiled a short list of some of the most useful safety tips for landlords:

 Implement and follow a fair and thorough screening process, which will help weed out troublemakers. Don’t make any exceptions.  Communicate with your tenants and avoid giving them unpleasant surprises.  Use a PO box, drop box, or electronic deposit to receive rent checks; don’t make your home address known.  Meet with potential renters in a public place before showing them your rental home. Have them fill out a contact/interest form and take photos of two forms of their identifica- tion using your smart phone.  Learn how you can de-escalate a conflict. You will inevitably be dealing with an irate tenant at some point. Skills to help you listen, stay calm, communicate, and take a break will help you.  When showing a rental, always have the potential renter go through doors first. (“After you.”) Always stay near an exit.  Show rentals during the day–not when it’s dark out.

Sometimes, headlines aren’t about crimes against landlords, they’re about crimes by landlords. Whether they think their actions are justified or not, some landlords are better suited for other work. Customer service is a huge part of the property management and landlord business; having good customer service skills so you don’t lose your cool is critical. If your strengths lie in other areas, consider having a property manager help you out.

Used with permission: http://www.rentalpropertyreporter.com/7-safety-tips-for- landlords/? utm_source=Rental+Property+Reporter+Newsletter&utm_campaign=30fd0bfe6a- Weekly_Tip_5_23_13&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_f3354b789e-30fd0bfe6a- 75706269

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By Molly Zavitz

1. FREE FORMS! I know how much we all love free forms. The REI Brain at www.thereibrain.com has lots of free downloadable forms. Do you have to join and set up an account, but I’ve done that and opened a couple and they have some decent ones I’ve not come across before for free, like a Cash Flow Analysis, Pet Agreement, Closing Checklist, Property Analysis form, Co-signer, and Carbon Monoxide addendum. You can download them in a word doc, which is great so you can type in your own letter- head and info. This is really a form lovers treasure trove, but obviously have your own attorney look them over before using them as not all the forms, especially notices to tenants, may not be permissible, enforceable or legal in Nebraska.

2. Having no photos or bad photos of your property, whether you are trying to rent or sell it is a problem. People just expect good quality photos and lots of them when you list a property for rent/sale. Consider doing staged photos, such as bringing in furniture or putting up nice artwork, plants, towels, objects, etc. to make it seem nice, livable and inviting. Take photos of interesting details like woodwork or nice ap- pliances. Of course, this is easier if it is vacant. (I’ve not figured out how to get good pictures when there are tenants there!) MOPOA Page 14 HUD Landlord Pet Restrictions by Denise Supplee from

https://www.ezlandlordforms.com/articles/a/225/hud_updates_policy_on_tenant_service_animals/

Published May 6, 2013, used with permission.

The U.S. Department of Housing and Development (HUD) recently updated its regulations regarding pet ownership for the elderly as well as persons with disabilities, who reside in HUD- assisted public housing and multifamily housing projects. John D. Trasviña, HUD's assistant secretary for Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity, has noted that complaints regarding disability including those involving assistance animals seem to be the most common of discrimination complaints. On April 25th 2013, HUD published a notice on the issue of assistance animals in an attempt to clarify any confusion.

To better understand these new regulations, one should gain a better insight to the definition of a “disability” and the definition of a “service or assistant animal.”

The Fair Housing Act’s definition of a disability or a handicap is:

“(a) a physical or mental impairment which substantially limits one or more of such person’s life activities; (b) a record of having such impairment; or (c) being regarded as having such an impairment—but such a term does not include the current, illegal use of or addiction to controlled substances.”

On March 15th 2011, the Americans with Disabilities Act defined a “service animal” as:

“A service animal is a dog that is individually trained to do work or perform tasks for a person with a disability.” This definition pertains only to dogs and it excludes “emotional support animals.” Section 504 of the FHA’s definition however states “Disabled individuals may request a reasonable accommodation for assistance animals in addition to dogs, including emotional support animals. Providers of housing are required to follow the FHA definition when deciding as to whether or not to accommodate requests.

The recently released notice explains that a fair deter- mination and consideration must be made for an indi- vidual with a disability who uses service or assistance animals, where under normal circumstances a landlord may have a “no-pet policy” in place. Article continued on the next page. . . July 2013

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HUD Landlord Pet Restrictions by Denise Supplee Continued. . .

Assistance animals may provide an assortment of functions to aid the disabled person including (but not limited to) guiding a blind or sight-restricted person, alerting the deaf or hard of hearing, pulling or guiding a wheelchair and alerting someone who has seizures of one that may be forthcoming. These are only a few of the many tasks a service animal may provide for a person with disabilities.

HUD Landlord Pet Policy. Additionally there is now no requirement that the animal be individually certified or trained. Landlords must consider requests for the use of service animals as a reasonable accommodation in a rental property, therefore using the same principles that apply to all reasonable accommodations.

Under the notice’s guidelines, landlords have an obligation to consider many factors, such as whether the tenant or applicant has a disability and whether that disability requires the use of an assistance animal. It is worth noting however that when making the consideration, the size or breed of the animal may not be contemplated in making the decision. A person who qualifies under the guidelines may not be required to pay an additional deposit to have an assistance animal, although any damages caused by the assistance animal is the responsibility of the tenant under these circumstances.

There are many other guidelines under the HUD Notice on Service Animals and Assistance Animals for People with Disabilities in Housing and HUD-Funded Programs and it is important that landlords read it fully and become familiar with it. A violation of FHA guidelines can lead to fines and lawsuits for the landlord, along with any other penalties a judge may impose. MOPOA Page 16

Back to the Basics: Do as I Say, Not as I Do By Molly Zavitz Operations and Finance Committee

My dear fellow landlords, I have to confess that last month’s article about evicting tenants swiftly and cutting the losses was very good advice. However, I didn’t take my own advice. Swift evictions were on my mind last month, because I was in the process of evicting a non-paying tenant and then decided to stop the constable from coming out after I got restitution from the court. Against my better judgment, against my attorneys advice, against what I’d tell another landlord to do. . .so you ask, ‘why did you do this?’. My reason? A mix of fear and compassion.

Here is where the compassion came in: my tenant was very sick, as in sick in a hospital bed in the living room of my house. I had a charity, that was going to pay their rent, go to the tenant’s house and see this was indeed the case. They would pay in full the back rent if I would stop the eviction.

Here is where the fear came in: my tenant was very sick, as in sick in a hospital bed in the living room of my house. I don’t want to make the nightly news for kicking out a genuinely sick person that might ex- pire on the doorstep of my house because they had no where to go or violate fair housing because I wasn’t making reasonable accommodations (even though the court was on my side and legally I had a right to have my house back). Maybe I was over reacting but I was going on gut feeling.

The constable that would have gone out to lock them out, when asked what he would do if there was a hospital bed bound sick person in the unit, he replied that he would give them 3-4 more days to get out and tell them he’d come back out, so they’d have some extra time to make other arrangements. Then if they were still there after a few days, he’d call the police, because at that point it’s an issue of trespassing. Then the police most likely would call an ambulance to come and safely remove the sick person from the unit.

In 13 years of being a landlord, I’ve heard the excuse of illness many, many, many times as a reason there is no rent money, only matched by how many times their have been funerals to attend or significant others that moved out and took the rent money with them, etc. (I’m sure you have heard all the same excuses too.). And I never, never, never believe them. The only reason I believed this one is because the person from the charity, very curtly I might add, told me about their visit to my hospital bed bound tenant.

So I will still maintain that swift evictions are the best way and you should cut your losses, but there always acceptations I suppose. Had the charity not personally vouched for the accuracy of the situation, I would not have believed the tenant, and I certainly would not have gone over there myself to check, because that is a good way to get seriously hurt. (Never ever confront a tenant that you are evicting, let alone go into the unit. Landlords actually have been killed this way.)

So if we’ve learned anything, it’s that you just never know what every day of landlording will bring and you just don’t know how you’ll handle a situation until you are confronted with it. I still say swiftly evict and cut your losses, but you can either do as I say, or do as I do!!! July 2013 Page 17

MOPOA Contacts Mailing Address: 3606 North 156th Street Suite 101-122 Omaha, NE 68116

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 President—John Chatelain 402-333-8488 Fax: 402-333-8020 [email protected]

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 Board member—Doug Mertes 402-312-8953 Fax: 402-556-8034 [email protected]

 Board Member— Tom Jizba 402-658-2959 [email protected]

 Board Member—John Seigel 402-491-0777 [email protected]

 Board Member—Gary Ferguson 402-731-6310 [email protected]

 Operations and Finance Refer a New MOPOA member today and you will Committee/Membership Dues— get a $25 Lowe’s Gift Card! Have your referral Kam Wiese 402-332-3387 write your name in the referral line on the [email protected]  Operations and Finance membership form. Committee/Newsletter Molly Zavitz 402-598-5790 Fax: 402-344-3910 [email protected] MOPOA Page 18

PROPERTIES FOR SALE? A free listing in the Newsletter for a property you have for sale, one you want to find to buy or your willingness to participate in tax free exchanges. One listing per membership, no agent listings. Email to: [email protected]

 6118 Pratt St. For Sale. Small, 2 bedroom house that underwent major renovation 2 years ago. 700 sq. feet ranch. Sect. 8 rent has been $650. $36,000. Call Debbi 402-932-9451.  Calling all INVESTORS! This 12 plex at 3009 Marcy St. has been immaculately maintained. This multi -plex has a new roof, new gutters, new concrete & landscaping. The interior has new paint, new carpet & 7 of the units have rent increases. No Vacancy. Some tenants have been there 5+ years. Ready for a cash flow opportunity? Don't miss out, call today for your private tour! Won't last long start the property portfo- lio today! 402-964-6577 or click the link for pictures: http://www.cbshome.com/homes-for-sale/NE/ Omaha/68105/3009-Marcy-Street-89783629  FOR SALE: 4 Single family rental homes. 3 in north Omaha are west of 45 Street and have finished base- ments with downstairs bathroom, central air, and 1 car garage attached. They are 3br, 4br, and 5br respec- tively. The 4th property in Millard is 4br with finished basement, 2 bath, and 1 car garage attached. Would like to sell as a package if possible. Call Mark with interest at 402-619-1750.

 4327 Marcy St; 5 bed, 2 bath w parking near UNMC. $110,000. Rent: $1100/m. Call Ryan 660- 7929  BENSON DUPLEX FOR SALE ~ 2809/2811 N. 66thAvenue, Omaha, NE 68104 ~ 1-Story Brick; Each Side 900 SF, 2 Bed Rooms, 1 Bath w/Tub-Shower, Kitchen w/Dining Area, Living Room, 27' Deep Dou- ble Garage, Walk-Out Basement with Washer/Dryer hookups, Central Air. Both sides occupied. Don 402- 250-1856 or June 515-971-6997.  House for Sale- 3827 Parker Street, 3 Bedroom, 1 Bath, Off Street Parking, Full basement, central air. Currently rents at 650.00 per month. $39,950.00. 402-658-1331  House for Sale: 14112 Greenfield Rd. (The Meadows Subdivision) 3 bed, 1 + 1/2 bath, split entry with finished basement. 1 car garage, fenced back yard. Freshly painted inside and out. New laminate floor in kitchen, dining room and front entry. New living room window and sliding glass door in dining room. Ca- thedral ceiling in living and dining rooms and kitchen. 1341 Sq. Ft. Has been rental property for the last 6 years. Currently rented at $940/month. Asking $127,500. Call Charlene at 402-676-9299.  House for Sale- 3827 Parker Street. 3 Bedroom 1 Bath with off street parking. Full basement, Central air conditioning. Rents for 650.00 per month. $49,500.00. Call Barb Newberry 402-658-1331.

 1321 S. 25th St. 4 BR, FIXER UPPER. BIG HOME WITH LOTS OF SPACE. HARDWOOD FLOORS. LOTS OF ORIGINAL WOODWORK ON MAIN FLOOR. 3 - BEDROOM AND BATH UP,LIV - DIN - KIT - BEDROOM ON MAIN. FULL BASEMENT. NICE SIZED LOT. NEED LOTS OF T L C. TO SEE CALL TONY 402-498-8032 OR 402-981-9460. ASKING $ 49,000 OR BEST OFFER  8624 and 8622 Ames for sale. 2 homes on one .84 of an acre in Keystone. One house is a 3 bedroom 1 bath the other is a 1 bedroom 1 bath. Both completely renovated. Monthly rent is $750 and $550. Owner will finance. Call Dave or Chris Egan at 402-598-5151 or 402-215-9796. Metropolitan (Metro) Omaha Property Owners Association MOPOA

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Business Card Advertising is $125 annually. This space is limited and is only available to members of MOPOA and business must pertain directly to the rental real estate business. (attach business card to be used)

Business Card Ad: Type of Business______$______

Membership Fee* $120

Total Enclosed $______

*Note: Membership Dues $120. Membership is from May 1st to April 30th Annually.

(*New members who join after May 1st, will pay $120 for initial annual membership and pro-rated first renewal dues on May 1st of the following year. )

BENEFITS OF A PAID MEMBERSHIP OF METROPOLITIAN OMAHA PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION:

 The discounted cost to MOPOA members is only $49 payable to Tenant Data at P.O. Box 5404 Lincoln, NE 68505. www.tenantdata.com 402-934-0088.  Our educational organization has 450 plus members active in the rental real estate field. We are dedicated to in- creasing the professionalism of the rental business though education.  New Member Forms Packet, which includes a Lease Agreement and a Three Day Notice. The Tenant Data tenant application and EPA Lead Disclosure and pamphlet and the 3rd party notices from OPPD and MUD, Fair Housing Rules, and NE Landlord/Tenant Act Brochure and more, so you have all the important forms in one packet.  A Monthly Meeting (Sept-May) is held which is both informative and educational. We will strive to keep our members up to date on matters that affect us in the rental property business. Second Monday of the month Sept-May. Westside Community Center at 3534 S. 108th St. at 6:45 p.m.  A Monthly Early Bird Breakfast Meeting is held year round on the Saturday following the Monday night meeting. 7: 00 a.m. This is a great time to learn from and network with other landlords.  Monthly Newsletter, which is chock full of valuable information. Annual Membership in MOPOA is from May 1st to April 30th (effective May 1st, 2011.)  Advertising opportunities for your rental related business in our Monthly Newsletter and Website.  Access to the Member’s Only section of our Website at www.MOPOA.com

July 2013

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Metropolitan Omaha Property Owners Association does not endorse nor verify the quality or products of any of our advertisers. The Newsletter is for informational and educational purposes only. It does not constitute legal advise in any manner. All editorials are from a lay persons perspective, not to be taken as legal or landlording advice. MOPOA is an educational organization dedicated to helping you be a great landlord! Association formerly called Omaha Landlords Association. Board Meeting Minutes and Financial info available to members by request to MOPOA Secretary.