On a practical basis, I've never heard of a lender doing drive bys after the close of escrow to make sure you are still there.

Written by attorney investors, it's full of practical advice about the management of investment property, has sample forms that can be edited, and - most importantly - tells you what your primary state laws are and where you can read them.

I am curious to use the hive mind to learn about best practices for revenue management for short-term rentals.One trick I have used is to crash prices for undesirable dates, or dates that would otherwise go un-booked.

I've been practicing real estate for the last 4 years plus I'm also based out in Philly.

Can anyone best assist me in negotiating better deals for my wholesale practices?

Again, I am trying to practice and run some numbers on potential investments and would like help since I am just starting to learn the games of real estate and underwriting deals.

It is good practice to obtain the L&I affidavit of continuous use from the seller as this can sometimes improve the chances of securing the rental license even if more than 3 years has lapsed.To demonstrate the uncertainty of L&I when rental licenses have lapsed for more than 3 consecutive years I will share a recent transaction of mine. 

Small banks use to do this before such practices were regulated and many got in trouble in attempting to influence a borrower, thus the regulation.

Lloyds of London is practically the originator of insurance, and only writes on non-admitted paper. 

For self-managing landlords, what are some of your favorite practices and policies to mitgate your fears and and potential losses around pets?