I also advertise before someone moves out to get a new tenant before the current one leaves. 100% occupancy on a LTR is very common for me.No idea on a MTR.

E&O insurance, MLS fees, electronic lockbox fees, association dues, contract fees, every software agents use.Many of these fees could be close to doubling by the end of 2026.

In the MLS a property is being advertised by a realtor, but the description says "Non representation listing please call owner direct".

There are quite a few solutions out there so that even the most tech challenged person can pay electronically.

I created an electronic google doc time tracker: Time LogContemporaneous time log of rental real estate activitiesActivity DescriptionTenant recruitmentTenant screeningNegotiating and executing leasesOverseeing repairs and maintenanceCommunications with tenants and vendorsTravel timeResearch for potential rental real estate (pub 925)Acquiring rental real estate (pub 925)Paperwork/bookkeeping/bankingResearch and purchase of materialsRent collectionEvictionOn-site cleaningBill paymentOther:Time SpentDateMM/DD/YYYYSubmit

My main account has all the rents deposited and all expenses deducted such as mortgages, some utilities and an electronic payment app connected to the account to pay contractors.

How is a text or call to a homeowner who is advertising their property for sale considered an unsolicited contact?

I don’t use Tik Tok myself for advertising but I wonder if I’ll get more FB views once Tik Tok shuts down.

I use the Rent Redi software to manage my tenants, so everything is done electronically.

I’d love your input on whether this deal could appeal to investors and how best to structure it.Property Details:Worth: ~$300,000HOA: $273/month, Taxes/Insurance: ~$170/monthCurrent Rent: $1,880/month (long-term); next tenant advertised at $1,950/month.Mid-term rental potential: ~$2,400/month (I haven’t tried this, but it’s my estimate).My Financing Idea:Large down payment: ~$125,000 (This is my priority to reinvest elsewhere).Seller-financed balance: ~$175,000 at 4.25% for 30 years.Buyers take over taxes, insurance, and HOA.Questions:1.