Collect people's contact info, share yours, and add them to your database/email list.

The question is: Do I let her rent longer, continuing to collect, then renovate before the next renters' cycle (around March/April or later)?

BiggerPockets is full of resources designed to help you along your journey, whether you are just getting started or a seasoned investor.

Starting on BiggerPockets is a great idea – it’s a fantastic resource for learning the fundamentals and connecting with experienced investors.The key to success is finding a profitable deal that aligns with your goals.

If tenants are moving out right after closing, do double check the leases clearly show the security deposit they paid the seller and you collect that amount at closing from the seller (credit to you) so you have those funds to then return to the tenants when they vacant under your ownership. 

For market pricing, I collect LTR data from BP rent calculator and multiply by 1.5x.

Plenty of free resources and advice out there to help you.  

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In my mind, this would include budget tracking/management, CRM for vendors, links to outside service vendors/resources along with a project management tool. 

And what are some resources you used when creating those lists?