.- If still skeptical, ask for personal references from employers, community leaders, or other respected individuals who can vouch for their character and reliability.By using these methods, you can make a more informed decision about renting to this couple, giving them a fair evaluation while also protecting your interests as a landlord.

Hey all!
I'm Andy, a recent University of Utah Computer Science graduate and now a full-time, 100% remote software engineer. I bought my first house-hack SFH property in Sandy, Utah in 2022 where I currently reside.
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Taking my next step and it's decision time. 

Flips literally come with thousands of small decisions, and if the decision maker isn’t on site to oversee those, you will likely show up and have a lot of “that’s not the way I wanted it” type of results.  

@Lily Yu Honestly, it sounds like you need help with decision making.

It's best to discuss these options with your lender and possibly a real estate attorney to ensure you make the right decision.

Congratulations on your decision to invest.

If you talk with your insurance carrier, they may help make the decision for you.We would never allow hot tubs. 

Ultimately a personal decision.

One of my mentors always says that, "Making a quick decisions is an important skill"!