Properly and professionally managed property in Texas has meters for every unit.Again, I'll point out meters are well under $100 each.

Readers should seek professional advice.

Once you have your shortlist, I recommend hiring a professional title company to handle the detailed due diligence.What’s in the Guide?

Network: Connect with other investors, real estate agents, and professionals in your area.

I had a friend who house-hacked a duplex and found that while being next-door helped him quickly resolve issues, it was tricky keeping the relationship professional.

Network with local real estate groups and professionals to connect with professionals.

Get rid of this tenant and stop the bleeding.P.S. the money you are losing each year is more than you would pay for a professional property manager.

ElectricalElectrical and plumbing inspections are best left to the professionals, but there are a few simple checks that can ensure you’re not buying a total lemon.

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If done this way, the investor could use this as a powerful tax strategy to spread the taxable event over years, lowering the effective tax rate faced from the taxable events.I have heard professionals compare it to an installment agreement, but with more control.