Pull out a spreadsheet and go through the tools everyone mentions to run some comparables and take note of photos, amenities. 

Small talk, showing empathy, and expressing genuine interest in their situation can go a long way in establishing trust and goodwill.Be Willing to Walk AwayOne of the most powerful negotiating tools is the ability to walk away.

So I just rcvd a rental application from Zillow and the credit score is showing 714 which sounds good... BUT there have been 24 late payments with the last late payment made in Nov 2024 and  0 paid on time. There's a ...

Could be.I think that for most individual American investors leverage is a critical tool. 

I view it as a tool in a toolbox to help you "trim the fat" off the bottom of your portfolio, so you can keep growing with new acquisitions. 

Tools like BiggerPockets Calculators and rent estimation tools are incredibly helpful.

You can use a tool like AirDNA to get estimates of property performance in your specific market and with your typical size and configuration of home.

@Monish Anand Bigger Pockets has an 'agent finder' tool.

Depreciation is another powerful tool, allowing you to deduct a portion of your property’s value annually.Action Step: Keep detailed records of all expenses and consult a tax professional to ensure you’re claiming every deduction you’re entitled to.3.

NET 30), etc. and you can use this project-specific agreement as an addendum for individual jobs.Final Tip: Treat the contract as a transparent, collaborative tool to set expectations, not as a "gotcha" document.