I like to hold better quality property/better neighborhoods for the ability to attract quality renters and maintain the value of my property. 

(Most people know it by it’s slang name, “squatter’s rights.”)Under this scenario, if you claim the property for a certain number of years and pay the assessments against the property, (taxes etc) and maintain the property for that time.

Even if the landlord does it himself, it still takes time to maintain the yard. 

I would just communicate that you strive to maintain a high quality property and charge under market prices.

Option 1 allows you to spread your investment across three properties, considerably increasing your rental revenue and accelerating portfolio growth; however, maintaining several mortgages can be difficult, potentially limiting your cash flow, especially if one property is vacant.

Two years ago I purchased a duplex that was recently flipped, but the house is over 50 years old. Recently, I discovered that I'll likely have to repair the foundation of my house to prevent any new cracks from formin...

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Here's why:  Even if the contract maintained insurance, I doubt the carrier would pick up coverage.

Q4 2022 was the best time to buy though, for example 3/1 in sunnyvale located next to google office listing for 999k, comp is 2Mil.Recently sold flipped in 95051 has gross profit of half million dollar just for 3/2 setup.Bay Area is the best market for everything for folks with strong business acumen, opportunity is everywhere.These homes are usually purchased long time ago and the current senior owner can't no longer maintain the house, the story is very similar from one to another.

Ultimately, it's about ensuring the property remains attractive to tenants and maintains its market value without pouring money into upgrades that won't pay off.