Quote from @Nathan Harden: The hardest part about direct mail is following up.

So for example I'm very conservative and don't want any debt on them because I feel this hardens them in case of a severe recession.

Creating an LLC to protect you from a tenant lawsuit is like building a hardened bunker to protect you from a meteor strike.

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So for example I'm very conservative and don't want any debt on them because I feel this hardens them in case of a severe recession.

@Nathan Harden is spot on and this is something we do as often as possible.

If you want to enjoy it for awhile before renting be sure it won't be a "knock out" factor for potential renters.Look for ways to "harden" the property from wear and tear. 

I "harden" them by polyurethaning the raw edges on miters, and the underneath lip along the counter especially by the sink and dishwasher, and the sink cut out.

Unfortunately, factors like a hardening property market, inflation, labor shortages, increased building costs, and an increase in claims frequency and severity have caused our carriers to require increases to both rates and coverage amount minimums to keep up with these market conditions.

@David Alejandro Hernàndez “harden” your rentals, do not add high maintenance items.