Typically a worthwhile real estate broker will save you time through efficiency and add at least equivalent value in actual dollars through effectiveness.  

Doubling up on deposits or requiring larger deposits might weed out some of the riskier tenants upfront, though it's not always a foolproof solution, especially in markets where affordable housing is tight.Regarding your point about double security deposits, you're absolutely right-this can be an effective strategy.

That said, above all else, I would prioritize experience far more when making your selection than the physical location of your tax professional.

Hi Michael,Your qualifying script is strong, but a few tweaks could make it even more effective.

If they aren't able to reduce your taxes then they don't get paid.I assume they are selective about which appeals they will take on since there is no benefit to them or the homeowner to not be able to win an appeal, but I have no knowledge of their internal business logic. 

In 2020, I added wholetails, novations, and double closes to my toolkit, which allowed us to consistently achieve higher profits and scale our operations effectively.

This could result in higher quality tenants sooner and keeping them longer, all which have more than quantifiable effects. 

The only way to effectively determine this is by driving neighborhoods, walking properties &  observing the daily routines of those who live there. 

Should I send a notice out to my current tenants that their rent would be raised to $1400/m effective Nov/Dec 1st and if they can’t do it that they would need to leave by then? 

I've had negative experiences with a bad general contractor and a non-paying renter (leading to an eviction), so I'm being extra cautious in selecting the right lender this time.Could anyone recommend a trustworthy lender in the Los Angeles area who can guide me through this difficult time?