.- Evaluate all major systems (mechanical, electrical, roof, plumbing, foundation, etc).

If they are a licensed Contractor in most states that means they have insurance and a bond.

As you probably heard now is a pretty tight market to find cashflow because of the high interest, taxes and insurance ( especially in Houston).

I'd love any and all recommendations on subs across: electrical, plumbing, tile, demo, framing/drywall, fireplace/ chimney experts Please also let me know if you have any recommendations on housekeeping or airbnb management. 

However, keep in mind, you will have to notify your insurance company that the property is no longer owner occupied but rather a rental. 

Hello everyone,I'm in the process of purchasing my first fourplex rental property, wondering what other investors in the area use for rental property insurance in the Cedar Rapids area.

What are the monthly taxes and insurance payments?

@Andrew CosmeYou should close just as if it was a normal sale and get a title company to create the loan docs, get title insurance and sell you the property.I strongly recommend you go through a title company and do not do a closing that was based on docs found online etc.

Engage professionals to inspect major components such as the roof, plumbing (including sewer lines), foundation, drainage, electrical systems, HVAC, chillers, boilers, termites, exterior walls, balconies, stairs, rails, and concrete.

I just won my first tax sale property and if all goes well (AKA the judge reviews the property and approves everything) I will likely go down the tax sale rabbithole as the property I bought was pennies on the dollar (hopefully noone broke in and stole the copper plumbing lol)