When I say fearful, I should say I've never been threatened, except for threat of lawsuit, which, scares me... and it's hard because I truly feel like the property is great and that I'm doing OK on my promises.

Quote from @Fiona Brown: LOL @Chris SeveneyHe has picked who he wants to deal with So I thought I would ask as I cannot find ANY reviews... and I have picked mine :) Which is you LOL as I found heaps good reviews for youWe have a call with your associate tomorrow for my pick at 10 am Not sure who we speaking to as 2 people have emailed the times Katie KlezekToni Shackelfordok, I am blushing... 

That was their words- not mine.I remember watching a video done by the National Real Estate Investor Association online interviewing Ohio ( I believe) real estate commission.

Here $10 is reasonable) to each unit's monthly cost for the work to handle this utility cost and associated billing and put this in writing in each lease renewal.

Stay disciplined and avoid rushing into deals without thorough due diligence.Resources for InvestorsIf you’re new to investing in distressed properties or looking to expand your portfolio, consider leveraging resources like:Local Realtors: Realtors specializing in distressed properties can assist in locating off-market deals and navigating complex transactions.Community Forums: Attend a local investor meetup or join online forums for the Phoenix market.Educational Tools: Search out webinars, workshops, or courses on investing in distressed properties.Final ThoughtsThe distressed property market in Phoenix is creating some excellent potential for the right investors willing to go the extra mile necessary to take on strategic risks associated with this category of real estate.

This can put a significant strain on your finances and cash flowThey also often require a large down payment themselves and may have a strict repayment schedule that can be difficult to meet, especially if there are unforeseen circumstances or delays in renting the property or generating income from itIn addition, relying on this type of loan may expose you to higher financial stress and the possibility of default if you are unable to meet your loan obligationsThe final decision depends on your overall financial situation, risk tolerance, and your ability to manage the associated costs and obligations

According to the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), average hourly wages for residential construction workers rose 10.8% between August 2023 and August 2024, the largest YoY jump since the BLS started tracking the data.

@Charles Evans, definitely keep all paperwork associated with your tenant (lease, receipts, etc).For expenses that are not split per unit but are for the entire structure (utilities if not separately metered, mortgage interest, etc), keep a record of those payments so your tax pro can deduct a percentage of them for the unit you're renting.

Even if the sponsor lacking knowledge and experience can raise capital through syndication, their life will become a living nightmare of lawsuits, hostile social media posts, public ridicule, accusations, legal threats.  

Sign up for local news articles, go to events in different areas, attend neighborhood association meetings, and just go out and have fun.