Should You Take Rent Payments Through Zillow? (Pros, Cons, and Warnings)
Summary
This video discusses the pros, cons, and warnings associated with using Zillow Rental Manager for rent payments. The video highlights that Zillow Rental Manager is free for landlords and tenants when using direct deposit but has a 2.95% fee for credit card payments, and emphasizes that tenants now get credit for making on-time rental payments.
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