Quote from @Josh King: I have 2 rental properties I paid cash for years ago and I have never borrowed against them.

It makes lead management way more efficient since they get to focus on people who actually want to do business. 

My wife and I have a vacant lot in Tallahassee and we're looking to use the current equity to exchange for a larger single family investment property.

It’s true that many property management companies are now incorporating tenant benefit packages as part of their offerings.

Technically as the manager of the LLC you can open an accout with any financial institution though they don’t all cooperate when it’s an IRA owned LLC. 

Madison Management out of reno is who we use who ironically used to be in Morristown NJ

I personally think being a landlord in Chicago is easy and I have never had an eviction. 

Following the installation of a new water meter, I received a true-up for the previous underbilling.Since the meter replacement, my water usage has increased by approximately 20%, and I am now receiving monthly bills instead of the previous bi-monthly statements.

and am eager to connect with experienced investors to gain practical insights.What I’m Looking For:Advice on identifying cash-flowing properties and understanding market trends in Lynchburg or similar areas.Recommendations for a local real estate agent or property manager with experience working with investors.Insights on how to balance active and passive investing as I grow my portfolio.I’m grateful to be part of such an inspiring and knowledgeable community.

My team and I haven't started the engineering for the project yet, so I'm not sure what the product type will ultimately be.