The rental market is already showing signs of recovery:Spring Is Coming: Historically, the rental market picks up momentum in the spring as tenants prepare to move during warmer months or ahead of the school year.Early 2025 Trends Are Positive: In just the first week of January, we’ve seen a dramatic increase in rental applications, suggesting pent-up demand from renters who delayed their searches in November and December.What Landlords Can Do NowTo make the most of this recovery, consider:Refreshing Your Listings: Update your photos, descriptions, and pricing to ensure your properties stand out.Offering Incentives: Temporary discounts or move-in bonuses can help fill vacancies quickly.Being Patient: The market is already bouncing back, so don’t panic if your property takes a bit longer to lease than usual.What’s been your experience?

ThanksBrett, we do flips and rehabs and have several lenders in the area that specialize in ARV "style" loans.

I felt unprepared.2) PML- I did not have any leads or proposal packet prepared to present3) I couldn't figure out how I'd pay for the monthly costs to HML

You'll also want to make sure you have your full team ready so you can be prepared when the right deal comes along. 

I started my career working for Marriott in New York and Toronto, specializing in dynamic pricing and maximizing revenue.

Be prepared to do your due diligence and make competitive offers.So, what do you think?

Be prepared for Vegas’ unpredictable winter weather!

You’ve already got a head start with hands on experience.. and you’re probably way more prepared than you think.That first property can feel both exhilarating and terrifying, so here’s what I’d focus on:Cash Flow & Analysis..

Because, the lender is entitled to know what risk they are taking with their money.That being said, on seller financing, if someone gets sued and loses, the lien/judgement can be filed at the county, (it's not automatic, someone has to prepare and send the paperwork) which the bureaus will pick it up on producing a credit report.

If you're not having any luck with mortgage brokers (I'd search out the ones who specialize in investments), then go to your local REI meeting.