My goal is to achieve financial freedom by age 36 and to understand various aspects such as investing education, strategies, business planning, properties, marketing, and exit strategies.

This took over a year to complete and we acted as the general contractor and were on site more days than not.

Connecting with local investors and agents can also give you insights into up-and-coming areas that fit your budget and goals.Good luck!

I asked for ad copy and accountability of all adds and money I spent, only to be ignored.

@Mike Rutherford ,Thanks for the detailed response and the pitch.

And you're right, those timelines are often misleading since the real delays come from back-and-forth revisions after submission.

Move-Out Checklist for Investment PropertyA well-structured move-out checklist helps protect your investment, ensures a smooth tenant transition, and reduces turnover costs.Tenant Responsibilities (Before Move-Out)✅ Provide written notice of intent to vacate (per lease terms)✅ Schedule a move-out inspection (if required)✅ Pay all outstanding rent and utilities✅ Remove all personal belongings and trash✅ Clean the unit thoroughly:Wipe down walls, baseboards, and doorsVacuum and mop floorsClean kitchen appliances (inside/out)Wipe down cabinets and countertopsScrub bathroom sinks, toilets, showers/tubs✅ Replace any missing or burned-out light bulbs✅ Repair any tenant-caused damage (holes, broken blinds, etc.)✅ Return all keys, garage remotes, and access cards✅ Provide a forwarding address for the security deposit refundLandlord/Property Manager Responsibilities✅ Conduct a pre-move-out inspection (optional)✅ Take photos/videos of the property’s condition✅ Verify all keys, garage remotes, and access cards are returned✅ Check for unpaid rent, utilities, or damages beyond normal wear and tear✅ Hire a cleaning service (if needed)✅ Complete repairs and maintenance (paint, flooring, appliances, HVAC, plumbing)✅ Change locks if required by state law or property policy✅ Test smoke detectors and carbon monoxide alarms✅ Review lease terms for security deposit deductions✅ Send tenant security deposit refund (minus any deductions) within the legal timeframe

It's a great place to ask questions and get different perspectives. 

I'm an investor and I live in Halifax myself.

We have strict financial criteria we use to ensure this and can prove time and again that our criteria work.