Keep the lines of communication open, and don't hesitate to stay on top of the progress (and costs) as things move forward.It sounds like you’re in some great areas!

I have found using our property management software to communicate as a way for it to be saved 3rd party and reliable for legal matters.Forbes article 1-2024

After you've got a lot of time invested in them, they will ask to communicate off platform, and say they're having their employer send you a check. 

Additionally, I’m interested in exploring the BRRRR method (Buy, Rehab, Rent, Refinance, Repeat) to maximize my investment returns.I’m eager to learn from this community and share my experiences as I navigate this exciting path.

Do you have any particular criteria or methods that have proven to be especially effective in ensuring that the loans are solid investments?

Almost all of my communication with my tenants is via text, and they still will lie, lol.I just had a tenant last week- after I repaired her stairs- claim they told me repeatedly about their deck stairs needing fixed last year and 'nothing was ever done about it'.  

Communication and cooperation is what its about.

Does this sound like a creative financing method that will work?

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https://www.clevelandohio.gov/city-hall/departments/building...A few properties are still registered, you can check them here: https://aca-prod.accela.com/COC/Default.aspxIs this an intelligent method of getting a rental registration and improving the city?