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Many investors start their journey by diving into individual distressed property deals, but if you want to grow into a high-volume operation, it’s essential to change your mindset, strategy, and execution.

Property taxes are 2% instead of 1% for landlords as a general rule (some districts may  be slightly higher). 

So essentially whom ever is paying them or they single out is the lender you get stuck with and it may not be the best one.

Obviously not high rent district, but also not in the slums either.  

The home is in a B class neighborhood, in a good school district, and walking distance to parks.

However, I have offered two thingsA)  Higher deposit -  this way the owner's fears are alleviated somewhatB)  Property management - offer the owner that you will essentially property manage the property for them.     

It’s affordable and easy to set up, but not essential.

Also, which choice is better for you highly depends on what your real estate goals are and the experience level & skillset of the specific agent.Traditional agent and Redfin Agent could essentially be the same thing in many cases.

When considering a vacation rental property, it’s essential to have a backup plan and understand the numbers for annual leasing.