-- We focus on verifying 2-year work history and verifying rent payments with last 2 landlords (unless in same property for 5+ years).3) MoveIn Specials: be careful with offering "free rent" as will just attract tenants with no cash.-- Try free TV or something else worth 25-50% of one month of rent.-- Or, what we do is offer the free rent AFTER & ONLY if they pay their first 3 months of rent on time to earn it.4) Lower the rent 5% every 2-4 weeks until activity picks up.5) Understand this is the worst time of year to find tenants.-- Starts picking back up end of February when this tenant pool starts getting their income tax refunds and aren't broke anymore.6) Section 8: where is the property being advertised?

They generally will offer greater appreciation, as well. 

I know when you make an offer you typically specify how you plan on funding the deal.

I completely agree that luxury rentals need to offer more than just aesthetic appeal; they need to resonate with tenant expectations and justify the premium rents.

Durham tends to offer slightly better cash flow opportunities compared to Raleigh, especially if you’re targeting neighborhoods that are up-and-coming but still affordable.

At $15K a year, that's just bare minimum without any of the other modules that Yardi offers.

Quote from @John Friendas: I am trying to find the cheapest funding on a property I recently offered on. 

The Outlook St deal offered a unique opportunity for a rapid turnaround with minimal investment.

Quote from @Austin Jones: As a realtor focused on helping investors in the Richmond area, I’d love to offer some insights.

Sometimes, just offering to handle some basic admin work or help with marketing can get your foot in the door.If you’re not sure where to begin, you could take a quick online course to brush up on the tools or skills you think might be useful.