Wet signing the lease in person is the only opportunity to talk to the tenant about stuff that matters - so we quickly switched back.

If prospects upload ID, pass a quick background check, and maybe upload a pre-approval letter, I think that answers both the security and tire-kicker concerns. 

@Katie Smith He probably needs a quick closing (cash) to get the deal done.

 I would refi quickly and do a rate and term or pull a bit of cash out. 

Websites like Rentometer can give you a quick snapshot of rental comps in your area.Multi-Unit Strategy: If you can swing it, aim for a 3-4 unit property instead of just a duplex.

If you recall when the rates jump super quick a few years ago many of these same hedgefunds/insurance companies just one day decided to stop lending all together until rates stabilized..

Many investors aim to jump straight into turnkey properties or multifamily deals to scale quickly, but the truth is that most people don’t have enough liquid capital to maintain consistent growth this way.

However, I quickly came to regret that decision.The company consistently ignores my emails and phone calls, often promising a callback that never comes.

For me personally, I consider it a B neighborhood because it's walking distance to so many amenities, and I felt mostly safe raising my family there, but not everyone is comfortable living in a developing area.Last year (2024), we moved out of the home and converted it into a rental.

You do have to make sure you respond quickly to any guest messages.