I imagine you are still feeling the effects of Helene.

Would recommend you read a couple books about BRRRR, that will give you the basics and then feel free to reach out.It remains a great strategy, but you have to manage your expectaions.

Maybe  $25. tenants like the convience and they also feel like they are getting a deal.  

I know these lines of credit are typically variable rate and interest only but when I am buying deals with 20-25% equity that are new construction and cashflow around $500/mo with this loan option, I feel like I have hedged against those risks fairly well.

you just have to estimate them based on what the property needs.so if it needs a new furnace + a bathroom gut and remodel + new windows, you estimate that.  

I’ve never asked anyone to “be my mentor”, but I feel like I have several now, because I just showed up, created friends, and asked questions. 

I’m trying to get a feel for how much more income it would generate compared to LTR or MTR.4.

So, when Trump changes to no tax on tips I feel inclined to change my rental income structure.50% reduction in rent.Previous 50% made up from a mandatory nontaxable tip. 

Feel fortunate that you didn't overpay in any significant way for the work this plumber did do. 

I feel bad that she is lonely, needs attention, and sounds like she has had bad experience with her past investments.