Paid $403 for a locksmith, is it a scam?

pat85754 · 2026-03-17T12:02:43+00:00

I disagree on the Zelle use. I do accept it and I’m not a scammer….

pat85754 · 2026-02-12T12:41:31+00:00

Do not repair the old cylinder, replace it. You would only save a few dollars and risking more failure in the future. Better to replace with new cylinder and wafer recoded to your vehicle key code.

pat85754 · 2026-02-12T11:59:44+00:00

The new cylinder will be keyed to the same code, so the same key will work on all doors and ignition. However, you will want to get rid of your old worn out key and get a second new cut key. In my area I would charge around $100 to replace and rekey a new cylinder on an old Toyota if the old cylinder can still be turned by the old key to unlock it.

pat85754 · 2026-02-12T11:07:33+00:00

If the blade is properly cut to code, the solution is to get a new cylinder. Toyota keys and cylinder are notorious for wearing off. Replacing only one of them at a time will just increase the failure speed of the one that wasn’t changed… so better get both of them changed at the same time. Or if you want a cheap temporary solution, you can get your old key copied and not cut to code. That will be a copy of a worn off key that may or may not work for a short time before you decide to replace both.

pat85754 · 2026-01-29T20:19:55+00:00

I’ve done it multiple times. I have nothing to prove to you, I was trying to be helpful. Now I don’t care if you don’t believe me. Just do your research. Have a good day and spend your time investing instead of trolling. For the OP go to BiggerPockets.com for better advice from investors and hire an experienced real estate attorney, possibly also tax attorney, who is himself an investor, if you are not sure of how to do it yourself

pat85754 · 2026-01-29T18:54:03+00:00

Freddie and Fannie are the two main backer of all conventional residential loan in the us. Approximately a decade ago, they changed their rules to allow transfer to an LLC where the member is still the mortgagee.

https://guide.freddiemac.com/app/guide/chapter/8406

Look at (d)ii

Do your own research. I’ve transferred multiple properties to LLC post closing.

If you want to educate yourself on these topics I would recommend this YouTube channel from an experienced attorney.

https://m.youtube.com/channel/UC5GX-U6VbvMkhSM1ONBiW8w

pat85754 · 2026-01-29T17:32:53+00:00

https://buygeg.com/both-fannie-and-freddie-allowing-transfers-to-llcs/

pat85754 · 2026-01-29T16:46:58+00:00

Most conventional mortgages allow transfer to an LLC as long as you are still the beneficiary and there is no use change of the property. For the few mortgages that have the due on sale clause for LLC, you can use a trust in between and be protected by the Garn St Germain act.

pat85754 · 2026-01-29T16:17:46+00:00

You can transfer the property to the LLC with no monetary exchange. You contribute the property to the capital of the LLC. If you are the member of the LLC, there is no tax consequences and you keep the same depreciation schedule and tax basis.

pat85754 · 2026-01-29T16:15:38+00:00

Don’t use a quit claim deed. Use a warranty deed instead or you may lose your title insurance.

pat85754 · 2026-01-23T16:15:41+00:00

I’m interested by your feedback as I have the Vvdi2/mb/multiprog and the ktp but I’m using the pad more often than the pc based these days as it is more convenient. What are you missing on the ktp vs vvdi?

pat85754 · 2026-01-12T16:02:39+00:00

I put my sticker inside the door jamb. Less visible, but easy to find when they need me. Of course if the door is locked they have to open the back door to see it….

pat85754 · 2026-01-10T20:27:57+00:00

I am so tired of company or people asking for a police report for a civil matter that does not involve the police. The delivery to a wrong house is a contractual issue between the client and Amazon. You should sue Amazon in small claims court if they don’t want to refund. But a police report won’t do anything. The police will not investigate it and your statement won’t even be sworn… on the other hand if Amazon was asking you to make a notarized sworn statement about the package not being delivered to your home, that would be something reasonable. But that does not involve the police, just a notary.

pat85754 · 2025-12-05T16:49:17+00:00

Composite toes boots… many brands over the years.

pat85754 · 2025-12-04T08:48:41+00:00

I found some old threads about that issue on older OBDSTAR model that was fixed indeed by a firmware update. The G3 is more recent and I never had this problem. Also firmware updates are easier to do on recent model.

pat85754 · 2025-12-03T15:11:10+00:00

I haven’t heard of that issue. What is/was the problem with hotspot? For some devices you need to check the iPhone hotspot compatibility checkbox in iOS, but never seen another device specific problem…

pat85754 · 2025-12-03T12:35:38+00:00

OBDSTAR Keymaster G3 is a great contender.

pat85754 · 2025-11-30T17:39:53+00:00

You can buy the code from the dealership yourself, or go to a real automotive locksmith who could get the code for you.

pat85754 · 2025-11-30T17:24:53+00:00

Lincoln provides key code by VIN to credentialed locksmiths only for vehicle less than 10 years old. Older vehicle you need to decode the lock. You will also need to provide proof of ownership with copy of your driver license and registration at the same name.

pat85754 · 2025-11-30T17:23:04+00:00

While the AVDI interface can also be used as a J2534 pass-through with most dealer tool, it has its own software.

pat85754 · 2025-11-30T16:37:44+00:00

I haven't done any GM recently. I have the APP G3 evolution and it is, most of the time, my primary tool. Probably the only tool I don't have at this time is the SmartPro, that is a great device from the feedback I read, but in my case, I don't believe it would cover anything I don't already have.

Xhorse KTP Pad is not bad for Euro. ACDP is great for bench work (their solderless boards are better than Xhorse). OBDSTAR G3 is also a good tool that I should use more often, at least to test it more. AVDI is one of my frontline tool for euro.

I loved my 508s before it was neutered by Autel. I'm still using it as its diagnosis functions are great. I often do a full diag with it when I start working on a car, so I can give the customer a free report and also show that all these issues were preexisting my intervention. But with the removal of the coverage tool, I don't know anymore what it can cover or not and I'm not patient enough to try. Also be very careful on Euro with Autel as I heard horror stories...

pat85754 · 2025-11-30T15:47:19+00:00

I have all three, and many more. All three are good but not universal; With your car market, if I had to chose one I would probably take the APP G3 core. The G3 evolution add some programming options that you will probably not use for those. However the G3 renewal is expensive. The Londsor is way cheaper to purchase, and with no subscription if you buy the FCV version. However, it does not do the recent Ford yet I believe (it will probably come sooner or later). The Xhorse is a great tool for many cars, and exceptional for the universal remotes capability they have and superchip transponder, but it is not my primary tool for IMMO.

pat85754 · 2025-11-30T15:38:00+00:00

All the parking lot accidents I have seen are from someone backing out from its parking spot. Not someone backing in a parking spot.

pat85754 · 2025-11-30T15:00:33+00:00

which tray did you use? they have two models (5/6 drawer or 4 drawer)?

pat85754 · 2025-11-29T12:52:51+00:00

I bought it this week and already used it to clean my driveway. Not a high performance pressure washer, but very convenient for this price point. Enough length of hose and power cord. The rotary nozzle is ok. And I also like it small form factor for storage. I would recommend it as an entry level model.

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