I imagine a lot of the reasons will overlap with the previous topic.  

Ensure lease executed ends April 30 to May 15 for the same reason.

Index funds beat those returns by a long shot and don't have furnaces to replace or tenants to deal with.As I see it, the only way to actually cash flow in the current market is to do a higher effort strategy (STR, MTR, rent by the room, etc.) or have low to no leverage. 

I agree and additionally I'd recommend going down to the store and actually feeling them.

An appraisal fee in advance for an actual appraisal is legitimate, but you can find lenders that don't require appraisals and don't charge appraisal fees.

Bad contractors are one of the main reasons why first time investors never do a second deal.

Hi @Kyle McCorkelLooking at Palmyra currently, and actually just submitted an offer on a possible STR.

I’m not sure if this is for you, but...If you’re serious about leveling up your real estate game in 2024, there’s no reason not to try this.

Setting up loans as Repo's is something I've thought about a lot, but I wasn't sure if anyone was actually using this.

Do these messages disclose that you aren't speaking with the actual owner if you aren't?