Its a difficult area to navigate, but there are some excellent PM firms in Columbus as well.Best of luck

However, with the recent statewide legislation removing maximum occupancy limits, Fort Collins has become an attractive market for house hacking.Although property prices in the area are on the higher end, the strong demand for rentals, particularly among students and young professionals, makes this an excellent opportunity.

Given how badly Airbnb has managed owner relations, we have made a hard pivot to adding as wide a distribution net as physically possible.

After an intro call and vision board, intro to strategic lending partner, four physical tours, two offers on two properties (with the second accepted below asking price) a quick inspection with (minor inspection issues resolved by seller), appraisal waiver and below market rate lock..

Excel may work

Does this mean that we will just pay less at closing and not get the physical security deposits?

If its not being reported to the bureaus then the only thing you have to concern yourself with is (As Jay points out) any potential deficiency you may be on the hook for. the actual physical processing of a DIL is very similar to a foreclosure in that there is title work, recording of documents, etc.

Digitize physical receipts for easy storage.

Physical labor, computer labor, tutoring... anything within reason.

@Genny Li - excellent point , i need to check