Keeping thorough records helped save the negotiations. 

@Juliann MoralaA GC is suitable for estimating rehab costs, but consider hiring a property manager or investor-friendly realtor for unbiased opinions.Video Walkthrough – Have them record a wide-angle video of the interior and exterior to capture the whole condition.Floor Plan Mapping – Use an app like MagicPlan to create a detailed floor plan with measurements.Major Systems Check – Roof, foundation, HVAC, plumbing, and electrical—any red flags?

Give fair housing testers the right to secretly record your call, trying to trap in a fair housing issue.

Just make sure to vet them carefully and ask for references from past deals and proof of their track record.

JimGo to the city’s assessor’s website and look up the property record.  

Why ask: You want to know the mentor’s qualifications, expertise, and track record in the specific area you need help with.

Just curious do you find that accessing county records online through the county clerk website works just as well as going in person?

The idea is to leverage pre-existing networks in a way that builds instant credibility and gets responses fast.If you want to implement this strategy, here’s a link to the exact resource we used:👉 Spreadsheet Link Here (just make a copy for yourself)I also recorded a short video walking through how we set everything up, but since BiggerPockets has rules against sharing that kind of content, feel free to DM me if you have questions on execution.Anyone else using creative co-living marketing strategies that are working right now?

Maintain detailed records to substantiate deductions for materials, labor, and expenses, which can significantly reduce taxable income.While an S-Corp provides tax savings, it also requires payroll management and compliance with formalities, making it essential to stay organized or consult a tax professional for ongoing compliance.This post does not create a CPA-Client relationship.

My strategist explained possible implications could be (1) longer initial vacancy (~60 days), and (2) potential for PM team to not perform well (as there was not yet a proven track record of their work with RTR).After much discussion, we pivoted to a townhouse in Dundee, FL.