My last post should be a more balanced way of presenting it as we account for compounding on both side.

Similarly Market Supply has remained at a more healthy value, but is not indicating any issue or distress of the market.

- Should he invest in another rental property or consider REITs for a more passive approach?

You can survive without a pool only if you are walking distance to the beach and even then you will do much better with a pool.2) Tampa - A more urban market. 

Also, some of you mentioned that saving hot water is a more effective way to go.

Now before anyone suggests meeting with a realtor, getting an appraisal or looking at comps of recent sales to get a more accurate figure, I'm fully aware of those options. 

With regard to property taxes and reassessments, it’s always best to use the tax estimator and you can go as far as even calling the county tax appraiser to get a more firm estimate so that you do not get blindsided by a higher than expected tax bill.

Just found out about the pros and cons of turnkey investing and what it is, would you personally go for a turn key companie to manage your properties or do you have a more efficient way of taking care of your investment while being out of state.

They also offer customizable lease agreements.TenantCloud: This is a more holistic property management solution, but it also offers tenant screening and customizable lease agreement functionalities.Rocket Lawyer: For e-signing lease agreements, this tool is useful.

The common theme here in BP is ... all the info you need is here for free, which it is.For some people who works 40 + hours per week and wants to get out of that  9-5 asap, they may not want to take the time to sift through all threads, pod casts and such, these courses may be a more time efficient way plus from what I seen they off money back Guarantees.