I just picked up some replacement windows at the supply house , custom ordered . 

He didn't buy it for investment initially but he just held it for rental still hoping he can get his money back at some point.I'm always hesitant on condo investments in AB since there's always new supply. 

I think it is, but it is not the same BRRRR method investors are used to.The Changing Real Estate LandscapeThe real estate market has fundamentally shifted since the period from 2017-2020, which was marked by relative stability in terms of interest rates, demand, and supply.

I agree with @Brandon Rizzo I think the supply will normalize as the migration to Texas has not slowed down and as builders make correction to a more balanced supply and demand (along with interest rate improvement) housing market will be better.

This could lead to significant tax savings, especially if you're actively involved in the management and operations of your properties.Additionally, starting a property management company would allow you to deduct a wide range of business expenses related to managing your properties, such as office supplies, travel, marketing, and payroll (if you hire help).

Was it finding the right market, navigating local regulations, or building a network?

(about $20K in profits) I've developed and perfected a strategy to manage these tenants (and I'm a Hilton/Marriott hotel General Manager so its not difficult for me)The only thing(s) that are in our way from scaling quickly is;1) a consistent unlimited supply of tenants looking to rent bedrooms, 2) a partnership with a rental management company (we arbitrage 50% of our homes)3) I guess some capital but really only depending on how quickly we decide to scale.MyRoom is the name of the company, (lazzarapm.com) anyone have any thoughts, recommendations, suggestions on how to achieve this, FAST?

Short-term rentals would be a solution, but due to strict short-term rental laws in rent-controlled areas of Los Angeles, options like Airbnb are typically not feasible.At present, I have a $5 million property in Encino with two units that we cannot rent out short-term due to rent control regulations, and the numbers don’t work for a long-term rental either.

If you buy in the proper STR areas there is practically zero regulation risk. 

Legal ConsiderationsZoning & Regulations: Make sure the property is zoned for a duplex and complies with local regulations.