Once renovations are complete, carefully screen tenants, set clear house rules, and consider furnishing the units with utilities included to attract reliable renters.

Did they say why they want to move in ASAP?

Picking up flexible part-time jobs to qualify for a mortgage is definitely a smart move, as conventional lenders typically look for consistent W2 income.

Quote from @Keyshawn Johnson: Hi BiggerPockets Community,I’m currently living in Italy but will be moving to Florida soon, specifically to the Destin area.

Hey @Jay Fayz, Definitely moving in the right direction!

Anyway, just wanted to say thanks for the follow up and I hope you've found a reliable lender you can work with.

✅ Yes, IF:You have a system in place for cleaning and chemical balancing.You have a reliable team that can check thisYou market it properly (highlight it in photos and listing descriptions).🚫 Not Worth It IF:You don’t have a dedicated team or someone to balance for every turn.Your climate or guest demographic wouldn’t use it often enough to justify the cost.Make sure to have waivers, I ran into issues with people saying they got bacteria from it etc.

Tenant just moved in and is asking to delay rent payment until next month, looking for the 10 day move out form

Also, can anyone recommend a reliable company for this?

To build momentum, I’d start small, assemble a reliable local team, and ensure the properties I invest in have strong fundamentals.