That 14-unit complex sounds like a solid opportunity, especially with those separate meters and central HVAC.

First off, solid plan with Anderson, SC – love the flexibility of those basements!

Expect in most of these areas homes built 2010 or older on average, with many solid options built before 2000.

While they are good communicators, experienced with Section 8, and their software for rent collection is solid, we're increasingly concerned about a few key issues and would appreciate input from anyone with similar experiences:Turnover Fees Transparency:The turnover fees seem high, and despite our requests for itemized breakdowns and man-hours to justify these costs, we feel they may be taking advantage of our out-of-state position.

But since it had no occurred yet, there is no evidence of it happening at the moment.

As both an investor and a broker, I’ve worked with a variety of lenders, and while many are solid, some have issues—whether it’s delayed closings, surprise fees, or poor communication.I’m curious to hear from the community: have you had any bad experiences with lenders that we should all be aware of?

Connecting with local and out-of-state investors, as well as lenders and agents, is a smart move, as building a solid network is always a great strategy.

But there is little evidence of small, conscientious operators. 

And no, you can’t charge extra rent or deposit for the ESA, but you can hold the tenant responsible for any damages caused by the animal.If this situation doesn’t sit right, it might be a good idea to explore your options with a lawyer, just to make sure you’re on solid ground.

Congrats on crushing the exam and landing with a solid brokerage—that’s awesome!