To prepare, focus on saving for a strong down payment and maintaining a solid credit profile, as both are critical for competitive financing.If possible, look into FHA or conventional loan options for owner-occupied properties, which may offer favorable terms, especially for first-time buyers.

I've made some improvements to the house since I've bought it.

The only building that exponentially increased my work load was my 8 unit which is my largest and we did some significant improvements to it the first year I owned it.

These spots have been getting more attention from investors and can offer solid cash flow while still being in communities that are seeing improvements.

What repairs/improvements do you NEED to do, versus THINK? 

I'll re-post here if I notice improvement :).  

I'm hoping that my finances are much better at this time next year and continue to improve as the economy gets cleaned up, with the right person at the helm. 

Additionally, it can help maximize renovations and improvements.38.36% of the total depreciable basis was classified as 5-year class life.

I benefitted from rent inflation, but I also did some things that would help improve net cash flow (appealing property taxes, for example).Happy to send you some resources with more details on how I accomplished it.

Hurricane Milton delayed things, but even when the weather improved, her communication stopped entirely.