Maybe it's triple pane for the windows facing the freeway noise and double everywhere else.

Once you've found your target(s), how are you analyzing them knowing that your goal is to have it appreciate in value and create a little nest egg in 20 years when it's doubled in value and can be sold to pay your child's college tuition. 

I believe it is completely reasonable to have a clause in your lease that places a cap on utilities with any overage (proven by a bill) being the responsibility of the resident.Our clause states that any electrical bill (we don't have gas, and water has never been a problem) that is over double the same month's bill from last year will have the overage assigned as a fee.It is important to keep your bookkeeping straight if you do assess a fee.

Essentially, this investment appears to double the initial capital over five years.However, I’ve been noticing an increasing number of these properties being listed for sale.

The 'surrounds' have maintained normal tenant processes for the most part.I know lots of folks are pushing you for a PM, but if you are eager to learn and do some research and put alot of energy into placing a great tenant with background checks and vetting their references, etc, managing your own properties can be a great way to learn. but if you have a low pain tolerance and are limited on time, Id go PM route

If you can get through this rough patch and the #s work, you could see your property's value double from the original purchase price in a few years.Lastly, I'd check out the Sell vs.

Go out to AirBNB and VRBO and check the area where you are looking.

I always double-check my work—and ensure that those working for me are thoroughly trained to do the same—especially in areas where high risks or significant consequences are at stake, such as in matters of high materiality.

**************************************************************************Insurance premiums of American homeowners rose last year, with rates increasing by more than 20 percent in six states, according to a recent report from S&P Global.In 2024, insurers raised rates by 10.4 percent as of Dec. 27, which followed a 12.7 percent hike in the previous year, according to the Jan. 21 report from the company.In total, 33 states saw premiums climb by double digits last year, with the largest spike seen in Nebraska at 22.7 percent.

Their taxes and insurance may have doubled and they can't afford the house any more.I think geographic is tough because there just isn't typically the turnover any more in most areas.