Even when they are charging you a very high percentage, the agent is probably operating at a loss.

My understanding is that if you've given the neighbor written notice of the need to maintain / remove the tree, if it falls it's considered an act of nature (high winds) and you have to deal with it.

BiggerPockets also has a calculator to analyze deals, and I highly recommend you start this as soon as possible, even if you are not ready to buy.

I have to check on codes/laws/regulation, but I know CA is on a high of making thinks convenient to build those at the moment.

In North Jersey, buying is difficult from my beginner perspective with high prices, property tax, etc.Barrier to entry feels high in my area.

You have to complete Schedule E if you have rentals.You should check if the turbo tax premier version allows the filing of Schedule E.With that said, using a software like Turbo Tax will assume you to understand what is deductible.If you work with a tax professional, you are more likely to have an accurate return.

Here are a few things to check:Listing Quality – Are the photos high quality?

Consider offloading an underperformer, or a high equity property and getting better, larger or more assets.

If it's a high dollar home, then no more than $1,000.

If you are a beginner, I highly recommend exhausting your conventional options.