Raising rent should be based on market rates in your market, there is no need to be consistent unless you want to be. 

My current portfolio consists of 8 units, a fourplex, a duplex and two SFHs, in 3 different states.

If not I will consistently update here to create the biggest outreach I can considering my age!!! 

I too am confused by the “It won’t look consistent to the tenant or to the accountant.”

I understand that appreciation certainly helps an individual build equity, but I also am attracted to consistent cash-flow with a steady (albeit possibly slower) appreciation growth. 

What markets have been stable for multi-family w/consistent strong rents?

The key is to consistently put yourself out there and learn from others in the process.Good luck!

This is a straightforward process that we’ve followed to consistently deliver high-performance properties, and it does not require secrets or gurus.

Losing 85% on a single REIT would’ve been devastating if you were all-in, but spreading out across 10 investments turned the overall outcome positive because of the winners.Here’s a few extra key tips to avoid big losses in passive investments:Focus on cash flow: Invest in assets that generate consistent income.

I don't number my properties (I don't own anything anymore I don't want to keep) but I do keep tabs on my net profit independent of income taxes on each unit because if a unit starts to slip I need to know if it can be salvaged (have I been consistent with rent increases?