Asking strangers how to spend your money is a fool's errand.

A little over 15 years ago, in the late spring of 2009, I was a brand spanking new real estate agent coming off of a miserably failed real estate investment venture.

@Guifre Mora and @Johnny Horner, I've gleaned these lenders over the course of a year or so.

PM stated the plumber could return Monday to assess and fix the issue or return over the weekend but incur another after-hours fee.

It looks like water is not being paid and I can only see a small fee every month (that is over due) meaning the meter is likely disconnected.

Highly recommend (I require) collecting first month's rent prior to handing over keys.

@Robert Spiegel Great question, and it’s always a balancing act when dealing with long-term tenants who’ve been fantastic overall.Based on my experience managing over 1,200 rental homes in North Texas, including areas like Dallas, Fort Worth, Plano, and Frisco, here’s how I would approach this:Cleaning Charge: While $540 may feel steep, it can vary depending on the size of the property and local market rates.

I personally will not expand into a market without securing a reliable team first.Service Quality Over Price – While 10-15% may seem attractive, be cautious—cheaper often means less attention to detail.

Using seller financing allows your in-laws to spread their $217K capital gain over time, reducing their immediate tax burden and helping you conserve cash.

The husband told us to apply through Zillow, so we filled out the application on the platform.Before completing the application, we spoke to the wife over the phone to clarify some questions.