Our goal is to be able to use either some type of software or spreadsheets to continue to build off of and help dial in our costs as we begin to hire more contractors for our team.

But THANK you for you information and hope to continue the conversation.  

If the US proves out to be the safest investment haven globally and sees continued capital inflows, Treasuries will likely compress / fall and investors will turn to real estate to continue to diversify.  

If you buy in a city with limited appreciation, every investment dollar must come from your savings, which is beyond the reach of most investors.Income continuity.

Tell them you are losing money and can't afford to let it continue.

That economic opportunity will continue to drive population growth...who knows how the next few years go, but long term is up and to the right assuming that you do not buy in bad neighborhoods/locations.

He told me that without installing a sump pump system (at a cost of $12k), the foundation will continue to deteriorate, which could eventually lead to bowing basement walls—an issue that could cost upwards of $50k to fix.The inspector asked if the previous homeowner disclosed any water damage.

As we continue to stabilize supply chains, seasonal and historical patterns can provide insights for executing your next project, ensuring you factor in risk and stay within budget.Question: What are your thoughts on adjusting to the "new normal", how will investors manage increasing costs with many forecasting stagnant appreciation for the coming years?

As we continue to grow, it's becoming clear that we need a solid system to manage all our leads, nurture those leads, manage owner relationships, and property details so nothing slips through the cracks. 

Emphasize how this arrangement could work to their benefit, offering steady income, avoiding a traditional sale process, and giving them the freedom to move forward with their plans such as buying that sailboat and sailing around the world.If they ultimately decide they’re not interested in selling, you’re still in a great position to continue your search and buy your own property in the near future.