If you're busy running a ranch and raising a family, you don't want calls at 11 pm to unclog a toilet.

You don't always have to incentivize a tenant with a discount to get the tenant to stay, nor keep rents stagnant, but it is good to be aware of the business impact with respect to cost too.

A real estate business can also potentially generate a SOLO IRA or something like that. 

These will give you a clear picture of the property's current performance and potential.

To survive, you have to know that is a business however, not a job. 

As a family-run business we’re curious—what factors do lenders prioritize most when evaluating projects like ours?

Examples might include areas in the Midwest, Southeast, or Sunbelt regions.Multifamily Properties: Consider duplexes, triplexes, or small apartment buildings to increase unit count and spread risk across multiple tenants.Short-Term Rentals: If you’re comfortable with the management requirements, STRs in vacation or business travel markets can offer significantly higher cash flow potential than traditional rentals.Value-Add Properties: Look for opportunities to buy undervalued properties where you can force appreciation through renovations or better management.Decision FrameworkRun the Numbers: Compare the projected cash flow, equity growth, and tax implications of selling versus holding with a refinance or HELOC.

If the proforma has the rent roll at $1400 a month, there is a discrepancy that could lead you into a bad assumption on your business plan.Also one caveat, be aware of physical delineations around the area like bridges or railroad tracks or a canal. 

Most of the time a newer or unsuccessful agents will host open houses as they build their book of business.

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