Great job!

You may see electrical outlets that do not work, extension cords running across the home, wires hanging from ceiling electrical outlets, and other obviously “amateur-style” repair jobs—all of which are red flags.Pro tip: Remember that it is often wise to hire a professional electrician when dealing with repairs.7.

I would find a market with good median rents, and low home costs, and a location that has some indicators that would support future price growth (pop growth, job growth, large businesses/employers moving there).

Your job is to bring the conversation back to the current, real-world numbers—actual income, actual expenses, and actual cash flow.

With that being said, most of the people in my immediate network who are in the construction business say the most valuable skill is just being able to run a team and a job efficiently and if they could start over they would go the GC route.

I admire the approach taken by ZipSmart in the US and aim to create a similar tool for all Canadian provinces but with less emphasis on the map. 

Suburban areas and smaller cities have seen a rise in demand, making them prime locations for mid-term rentals.Flexibility Preference: More renters seek flexible housing options as job mobility increases.

Great job.

Same job, different reputation.My $0.02.

- those losses will be deducted from my non-passive income (i.e. my normal day job)?