Otherwise, you won't have the extra funds necessary to cover the rising costs of goods and services in the future.What causes rents (and prices) to increase?

Plus a “Service” oriented community which is very different from other countries.  

Getting the wrong tenant in your property can be a nightmare and cost you thousands.I suggest using a service like Mayistay.

Do you pay for cable service in these units?

It sounds like the issue is with the Debt Service Coverage Ratio (DSCR), which lenders often use to determine how much they’re willing to loan.

I added a "cowboy pool" to one property...now I've got a pool that needs cleaning and most pool companies don't service above ground pools, go figure. 

Dude’s a legend and has provided us all a service, we should all get his back.

Airbnb wants hosts to use their service over other platforms and that is why they reward hosts who use Airbnb's own pricing system, smart lock, instant booking, accommodation...

Those rentals debt serviced and also covered my California monthly rent (I know some of you may question paying someone else's mortgage) but at that time, I preferred the renting lifestyle which placed me much closer to work, my family, my clients, and friends.

Here are a few alternatives to consider for your next property:One option is debt-service coverage ratio (DSCR) loans, which are specifically geared towards real estate investors.