This way, every month, you have a reason to visit the house; if anything is amiss, you are more likely to catch on.

Also, what are some things you have learned since you started on both properties that may have been eye opening and really valuable? 

Keep an eye out for 'loop holes' or alternative perspectives..for example a client recently approached us for financing a 16 Plex.

It took close to 15+ years, but states are finally catching on that the majority of loans are no longer held by banks and by non-bank lenders who are selling them off to private equity and other non-bank funds including individuals and they are starting to hear about the shady stuff going around.Regarding straight sub-to and banks calling loans etc., this I think is longer term implosions as I am seeing people who absolutely should not be buying a home as they have no money buy them sub-to because of little down payment and will eventually lose the property and that is when many whose mortgages are still on the property come out and sue.

My wife and I didn’t see eye to eye on it.

However there are always things to watch out for: Builders cannot build quick enough now (demand is too high), so a lot of them cut corners; if you have a highly skilled agent they can go to bat for you/keep an eye on the builder as you are out of state.

Just keep a close eye on them.

For example:General-Filters (furnace, air conditioning, oven exhaust, refrigerator, and water)-Stove burner when the “eye” needs simple replacement-Batteries and remotes that service the premises-Fan and light pull strings-Smoke and carbon alarms testing and batteries-Ensuring appliances are properly plugged in, hooked up, and used-Removing dirt, debris, and lint in and from connection pipes (e.g. clothes dryer)-Tighten loose screws on all home functions (e.g. doors, hinges, handles, socket -Balancing off-balance appliances-Cable, internet, and phone jacks-Fire extinguishers-Systems operation (e.g. security, irrigation, HVAC)HVAC-Monthly A/C filter and drain line maintenance Electrical-Reset “tripped” GFI breakers-Light bulbs (throughout and at the end of the tenancy)-Blown fuses-Reset breakers in the outside and inside breaker boxes-Socket and plug outlet coversPlumbing-Unclog drains or toilets-Caulking around tubs and showers as needed-Gas pilot lighting-Leaky faucets and shower heads-Toilet flappers, handles, seats and seat lids, tank lid, and flush kit-Sink and tub stoppers-If septic tank present, use RID-X as directed on consumer box-Proper cleaning of garbage disposal-Loose faucets and sprayer heads and hoses-Faucet filters (i.e. aerator)-Open exterior plumbing clean out when necessary (e.g. sewage backup)Exterior-Routine lawn (and pool) maintenance-Adjusting sprinkler heads as necessary-On the last month of tenancy, tenant must perform required lawn maintenance no sooner than 2 days prior to vacate dateThere’s a lot to consider as a landlord.

The people from the city will make a reservation on Airbnb to catch you and find you $1000 per day based on the amount of time it’s been on Airbnb. 

❤️❤️❤️I need to use another phone too, they probably are keeping an eye out for the number i used😁