& track my job costs against each category so I can compare my budget vs actuals and calculate the variances.For example:Electrical Budget: $4,000Electrical Actual: $6,300Variance: +$2,300This process is more tedious because you have to breakdown each invoice or receipt and allocate the costs to each Category, but it really helps you understand where you are spending your money and why you went over budget.Otherwise, it sounds like you are having trouble measuring employee productivity?  

During this time, we aimed to provide comprehensive support, including design, setup, and data-driven projections.

Additionally, if you’re not local, requesting photos or videos of the problem can provide clarity before approving expensive repairs.For the lead paint testing, it’s important to determine whether this is a compliance requirement or a proactive measure.

My main complaint is, they appear to aim for your project ROI target by skimming as much money during PM as they legally can.

Aim for $500/mo min and even that won't allow you to tap into unless that's after cap ex, management, vacancy is factored in.

We aren’t aiming for anything top of the line or updated but we need bigger and more bedrooms etc. so our next home we are looking $450kish and not much more. 

I'm aiming for the sky!!

What strategies or flood mitigation measures worked best for you to ensure long-term profitability?

Don’t be surprised if you find yourself downing a few extra coffees while sifting through properties, but hey, that’s part of the journey when you’re aiming for that next-level investment portfolio, right?

I will also be tracking expenses related to repairs, maintenance, travel to and from NV, hotel stays, meals, gas, and other regular business costs.In the long term, I aim to purchase additional properties under the business name, but I understand I need to establish at least two years of income and credit history before doing so.The issue I’m encountering is that my accountant has not provided any guidance on how to structure this scenario.