I get a new tenant at a LOWER rent, ALWAYS late, and then ... the septic tank GOES TO HELL

If a Designer or Contractor is proposing to remove a wall and does not think to check the structural integrity of said wall, then they are no one you should be dealing with.

Investment Info:Large multi-family (5+ units) buy & hold investment in Flagler Beach.

Started using Xero last year, as better bookkeeping was needed a new acquisition with a partner. 

This is a new strategy and platform, so any question is a good one so that everyone can best understand the process.

It's no guarantee but it's a good place to start.

@Jordan BrownSince Orange County and Santa Barbara have high housing costs, using an FHA loan for a house hack could be a smart move, allowing you to put less money down while securing a property.

We were able to negotiate a buy down on the interest rates. 

Quote from @NA LudkeyLudkey: My spouse and I are looking to purchase our first investment property - a duplex.

They all say they will be on the lookout for me, and they are experienced realtors.I did however get one from here, bigger pockets, and this realtor hasn't worked with investors before, butis asking me to sign a contract so I am working with them exclusively.The reason I am asking what to do, is because this realtor with the contract is very new, but I heard that most realtors will ask you to sign one if theyre serious.