If the tenant fails to provide proof, I would reach out to a local attorney about handling the lease violation appropriately, especially since Texas has specific landlord-tenant laws.

Yes, they are getting higher than market rent for that specific Neighborhood, but they also have a hard time finding a S8 tenant that wants to move into and stay in that Neighborhood.

Are there specific features traveling nurses value most in a rental?

If I purchase in California, I would most likely do a House Hack as my primarily.

Stats can be foundhttps://www.ramaui.com/housing-statisticsOr for all islands herehttps://www.hawaiirealtors.com/resources/housing-trends-2/Your realtor can produce more specific stats on your area of interest.

Since purchasing the home, housing market in my area has declined about 20%.

Since you’re assuming this debt as part of the purchase, understanding the exact amount is critical.

Quote from @Steven Catudal: Hi all,I am looking to partner with a friend of mine to purchase some rental properties.

As long as you purchase at least as much as your net sale. 

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