Here’s the quick-and-dirty lowdown to get you started:1️⃣ Where to Look:LoopNet & Crexi: Good for commercial deals, though the best ones go fast.MLS (Multiple Listing Service): Access through a realtor for hidden gems.Auction Sites: Think Auction.com or HUD homes for distressed properties.Direct Mail Campaigns: Target landlords with older properties (especially those with code violations).2️⃣ Systems for Finding Deals (Step-by-Step):Set Your Criteria: Market, budget, unit count, rehab level.Build a Deal Funnel: Use LoopNet, Crexi, wholesalers, auctions, and brokers.Analyze Quickly: Use a property calculator to see if it cash flows.Direct Outreach: Contact sellers or property managers directly.Get Your Network Tight: Property managers, realtors, contractors—they’ll drop the best leads.3️⃣ What Makes a Good Deal:Cash Flow Positive from Day 1.Below Market Value (usually needs rehab).Upside Potential: Think rent increases, better management, or refinancing options.4️⃣ How to Become the Better/Best:Study the Market Like a Hawk.

Not sure where your STR is located, but you might want to look into local STR management companies that also offer staging services.

A couple of questions: do you have students call the utility services to put the services under their names before move in?

Is there a no win / no fee type of service I should be searching for?   

I forgot to mention, it's meant to be turnkey so they manage it, and their split is 10% of gross income before all costs and debt service etc. 

Imputed expenses are important because they will be included as Operating Expenses when a lender appraiser does its appraisal, and also when the lender calculates its Debt Service Coverage Ratio.Regarding pest control, it's not just monthly roach spraying.

I also help out of town LLs with consulting services to stay on top of their properties here. 

Hi Friends, -Any recommendations for a reputable Cost Seg company servicing San Diego, CA?

However, I just received a text alert that I must agree to their new Terms of Service by 10/7/24 to continue processing payments. 

Full service property management would have been a great asset to save time and headache.