SF detached in Raleigh HOA, we've owned 15+ years with minimal HOA issues, the occasional "needs pressure washing." 

.* Call local property mgr's and/or ask for referrals from your relator friends/associates, and ask them for referrals - sometimes they will be nice enough to offer helpful advice, especially, if you tell them you will consider using them when you turn the house into a rental in a yearAs a 27yr appraiser and Realtor/Broker, the paint job has minimal affect on the value, unless it is so bad that I have to mark it down in quality and/or condition.

Do you know any real estate investors in your area you could partner with for your first deal to minimize some risk and to use as a learning opportunity? 

Let's explore some effective approaches for managing investment properties:With a Property Manager:Screening and Selecting Tenants: Entrust your property manager to handle tenant screening, background checks, and selection, ensuring reliable renters for your investment.Rent Collection: Property managers can ensure timely rent collection and handle any late payments or lease violations professionally.Maintenance and Repairs: Delegate routine maintenance tasks and repairs to your property manager, who can coordinate with contractors and vendors to keep your property in top condition.Tenant Relations: Property managers serve as the primary point of contact for tenants, addressing their concerns and ensuring a positive rental experience.Lease Enforcement and Evictions: Trust your property manager to enforce lease terms and handle the eviction process if necessary, following legal procedures.Financial Management: Property managers can handle financial tasks such as budgeting, accounting, and financial reporting, providing you with regular updates on property performance.Without a Property Manager:Self-Management: Take on the responsibility of managing the property yourself, handling tasks such as advertising vacancies, screening tenants, and collecting rent.Outsourcing Specific Tasks: While not hiring a full-time property manager, consider outsourcing tasks like maintenance and repairs to trusted contractors or service providers.Utilizing Technology: Leverage property management software and online platforms to streamline processes such as rent collection, lease management, and maintenance requests.Establishing Clear Policies: Set clear policies and procedures for tenants regarding rent payments, maintenance requests, and lease terms to minimize conflicts and misunderstandings.Regular Inspections: Conduct regular inspections of the property to identify maintenance issues or lease violations early on and address them promptly.Building Relationships: Maintain open communication and positive relationships with tenants to foster a sense of community and encourage better care of the property.Whether you choose to hire a property manager or manage the property yourself, effective communication, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to property management are key to maximizing returns and maintaining the value of your investment.

And it's not just content, she keeps you accountable to take action (right-sized each week so it's not overwhelming), and to network with your peers in the program, as well as your circles outside of the program to establish yourself as an investor with integrity to attract quality private money lenders.Key highlights:* 6 weeks with 1 class per week, and some bonus classes - every minute of each class has been worth my time* engaged community members via Circle, many I know I'll stay in touch with* purposefully small group, allowing Soli to provide dedicated attention* having access to Soli - she reviews all posts and homework assignments with great care, and her feedback is SO valuabletools to CASE (Copy And Steal Everything) and systems to scale - ex. pitch deck, email templates, BRRRR analysis, and so much more* practicing your pitch at the end!

Because if you're patient and don't swing at the wrong pitches you'll be in a position to use your creative finance education to pick up properties from motivated sellers.   

You'll need to make decisions, and do a lot of research to minimize mistakes for out of state investing.

I used another CPA before him, but Edwin helped advise me on the best entity structures for both my real estate and business to minimize my taxes, which my previous CPA did not do.

It seems as if we're one of the only groups out there that sign up students, and don't pitch them our deals.

I travel pitching the midwest and specifically ohio. if you think a chart like this is going to change investor sentiment I'd do some research.