If you're looking for ways to accelerate, consider these options:Seller Financing – Some sellers may finance a portion of the purchase price, reducing your need for a large down payment.DSCR Loans – These loans focus on property cash flow rather than personal income, often requiring only 15% down.Private Money Lenders – If you can find a PML willing to work with you, you may be able to put less down.Partnerships – If you’re open to splitting profits, you could bring in a partner who funds the down payment.Since you’re okay with the slower path, just keep stacking cash, but these might be worth exploring to move faster!

They are the ones responsible for your actions.In TX it is a one page form we are required to provide at the first substantive interaction. 

Avoid any self-help eviction tactics like changing locks.Maintenance: As a landlord, you’re responsible for ensuring the property meets basic health and safety standards, including working plumbing, heating, and electrical systems.Inspections: While there are no mandatory inspections required before renting, your property should comply with building codes.

Hard money lenders (HML) typically want to ensure you have the financial stability to handle the property and loan repayment, so proof of liquidity is a common requirement.

The last time we refinanced an apartment, regulations required that we test radon in every bottom-level apartment, which was over 100 units.

I would think some others wouldn't be strict on such a requirement.

Below is today's update: "Corporate Transparency Act Reporting Requirements Back in Effect with Extended Reporting Deadline; FinCEN Announces Intention to Revise Reporting RuleFollowing the February 18, 2025, decision by the U.S.

Short term rentals do get more money, but also cost more to run and require more time.  

I have several hands on tasks that would require more than a virtual. 

It's required now with the new regulations.