The National Association of Homebuilder’s confidence index dropped from 43 in June to 42 in July (anything less than 50 = bearish).

Add water meters to separate the exterior usage to the building usage (sometimes the water companies will provide a break for that portion).There are a lot of things to consider and utilities are a big part of operational costs associated with apartment ownership and management.Best wishes to you.

They must understand the "subject to" arrangement, including the risks associated with the due-on-sale clause and the fact that the mortgage remains in the original borrower's name.It’s advisable to have all agreements and disclosures in writing to avoid future disputes.Buyer’s Financial Stability:Ensure the new buyer is financially stable and capable of making the mortgage payments.

If you live in warmer places this probably isn’tAn issue as much but I’m done with the variable factor of tenants putting the heat on 80 degrees and then leaving windows open when it’s -25 out.

There were also pre-payment penalties that were associated with that loan product.

Get help from local landlord association or eviction lawyer if needed.

That a boy, Eric Tait , someone with a degree of optimism on this thread.

Now the landlord has to eat the cost of the attorney, it took a month or two longer, probably will raise rents, screen harder and ultimately the vast majority of good tenants get to pay the price.That's why I donate my time to the RPA Rental Property Association of Wisconsin, which is a local non-profit REIA and we lobby in Madison for sustainable landlord tenant laws - if you are a Wisconsin investor, please consider joining.

At this time, 30 day rentals are legally allowed for any property in Kailua (unless the association has stricter rules), and I know some people who do quite well renting their SF homes on a 30 day basis.  

I am curious to know what the typical fees are associated with the operator they refer you to though.