By implementing these strategies, I have been able to break through barriers and continue progressing in my real estate investing endeavors.

My W2 is affording me some extra time and I want to spend that time building my REI experience.I am a commercial lighting and interior designer and lighting controls expert. 

Two ice cold Coors Light, First bourbon is Luck 7, second was Blade and Bow, third will be.......

@Robert Rixer, I don't know how creative these are, as many are common plays:Valet TrashFencing in first floor yardsProviding washer and dryers for added rentReserved, Covered parkingTech PackagesInternet and Cable contracts, with reimbursementsPayment Plan rents, with small service charge (i.e. bill 1/4 rent each week)Reserved Rental cabanas at poolPrivate pool party rental optionGolf Simulator in clubhouse - fee basedOn site, self serve car wash (quarter feeder style)Charged group fitness/personal training servicesGame room in clubhouse with monthly subscription for tenants (Xbox, Playstation, etc)Changing out high maintenance grass for astro turf or lower maintenance/lower water use shrubberyBut ultimately, I think a lot of NOI increases come from deep dive into understanding EVERY expense and finding ways to minimize them, and/or no outsource them.Train maintenance team on basic HVAC and appliance repairs (find way to get them licensed as needed)Buy paint sprayers for faster, easier turns versus having to hire a contract painter, and possibly repaint whole unit each timeStandardize all finishes, so you can buy in bulk, everything from hinges and door knobs to cabinets, paint colors, and light fixtures.Potentially get leasing people onto lower base salary with higher bonus potentialBulk/bundled insurance across portfolio (even better at scale is to self insure)Regularly test sprinkler systems for leaks.Non-NOI, but benefit to you: partner with insurance agency to get referral kickbacks from your tenant base for renter insurance.  

Sometimes, I see people add bedrooms when it doesn't make sense.It's often not as simple as just putting up a wall because you need lights, outlets, and proper ventilation.

One of the more creative ideas I have come across that I am going to be implementing is splitting cost of advertising/lead generation with realtor partners. 

It was the best decision I ever made, and I am not saying this lightly.

Check out this link for the upcoming California November ballot --> "Justice for Renters Act" Essentially, they're trying to implement rent control state wide.

Currently performing DIY Rehab within house hack to get the other unit rent ready while learning the ins and outs to start implementing "who not how" for my next Investment!

Typical "surprises" for investors are ELECTRICAL hard wired, interconnected smoke/carbon detectors - tamper free outlets and 20 amp GFCIs at kitchen counters, romex or bx wiring and covered closet lighting.