On paper, it looked brilliant..cheap money, quick turnaround, and a profit projection that made his eyes light up.It taught me that the real risk isn’t just the cost of capital, it’s the predictabilty of your exit strategy.

We thoroughly regretted it well into the morning hours.Bad news: Most good tax accountants also have lines and a long wait, and for the same reason. 

I was going through the rent control laws ( I know, should have done that before purchasing the property ), and a section stands out. https://ecode360.com/30526708#42037155Based on what I can read, the rent control chapter doesn't apply to: Dwellings of three and four units, at least one of which is occupied by one or more of the owners thereof.My understanding is that rent control doesn't apply to owner-occupied multi-units. 

You know that the best investor-clients, we develop a partnership with and camaraderie over knowledge and a will to work in their best interests.

It’s been a wild ride—full of challenges, lessons, and a few big wins that made it all worth it.

What makes this so dangerous is that some of these 10 deadly sins are quite ambiguous and a matter of interpretation.

New 200 amp circuit panel, Culligan water softner, new washer/dryer, and a deep clean Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

And as I say it here, it feels like an excuse...... 

Quote from @James Bolt: Good morning all,I'm Jim Bolt and a new investor.

Sure, it can be quite a process, but with experience and a growing network, it does become more manageable.Let's go!