I have about 10-20 with a $4,000 balance now on a $1000 month rent, more with 2 months balance...

If the taxes are killing your cash flow, you'll need to either negotiate a lower purchase price to offset the tax burden or budget for some property improvements that could increase rental income and help balance things out.

Diversifying income streams and focusing on appreciation alongside cash flow creates a more balanced and sustainable strategy.

Like anything it has to stay balanced but small gestures go a long way in reducing turnover and mitigating many "would be" issues. 

When you are done you have a cash-flowing rental and your HELOC balance is back to $0.

This month we have placed three opportunities with investors looking to balance their portfolio.

Cash flow is important of course, but so is appreciation, so I want to ensure I have a balance of both.

Louis, Memphis, and Birmingham offer a good balance of affordability and rental demand, while online platforms, auctions, and networking with local agents can help you find undervalued properties.

They may have been introduced to wholesaling as a low-barrier entry into real estate and never considered licensing as a viable option.Why Getting Licensed Could Be Beneficial:Access to MLS: Licensed agents can access MLS listings, making it easier to find deals and run comps.Credibility: Being licensed can increase trust and credibility with sellers and buyers.Expanded Opportunities: As you mentioned, having a license opens up the option to list properties traditionally when wholesaling isn’t the best fit.Legal Clarity: Licensing helps clarify what you can and can’t do, reducing the risk of running into legal issues that plague unlicensed wholesalers.It’s a balancing act, but for many serious operators, getting licensed seems like a logical step to expand opportunities and ensure compliance.

The S8 portion will very likely arrive like clockwork on the 1st of the month.One strong motivation for the tenant to pay is they lose their voucher if they are evicted or leave owing you a balance.