I will be doing a video series to track the whole thing for everyone if I get enough interest.

They choose to use our service, which means less $ for them vs going it alone, and they love it!

-Youtube, Google, and ChatGPT: I often find myself looking up videos or asking ChatGPT about terms I am unfamiliar with, which has been a great help so far.

Yes, insurance all over is going up, especially in FL with hurricanes and CA with fires which will have an effect here and other places.I was thinking that, if a lot of homes were damaged, there would be fewer undamaged ones to choose from, and greater demand, causing prices to rise.

Opt for a property management company with deep regional expertise to get the most out of your investment.Property Expertise: Look for a firm that has experience managing properties similar to yours and is familiar with your asset class’s specific challenges.Company Culture: Choose a firm with a customer-focused culture that values team management and service, as this directly affects property performance.Market Reputation: Speak with local brokers and visit managed properties to get a sense of the company’s track record.By focusing on these factors, you can find a property management company that aligns with your goals and delivers real value.

How can one, who has only rudimentary knowledge in real estate without any boots on ground experience (read a few books), effectively choose a real estate agent?

The maintenance request feature is awesome and does allow pictures (not sure about videos).

The guru is too busy.Guru teaching is generally all “hands off” video teaching.

They can choose any business name they prefer and then obtain an EIN for it.

I do this because sellers are going to offer 3% (they are in my market), and if I signed for less, I could not get the overage.To secure my buyers in this new environment, I made a 27-minute video going through the whole agreement and pointing out the things to beware of.