Just be sure to check local laws on utility billing in Michigan before implementing anything, because this may not even be an option.

Avoid common mistakes like underestimating expenses or overleveraging, and vet property managers carefully by checking reviews, references, and their management style.Good luck!

Check numbers if you can live cheaper in a house hack vs renting.

If you struggle with blending that delicate balance of making something look great for a great price, check out these tips!

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While you're double-checking your numbers for the 17th time, a pro already locked up the property, negotiated seller concessions, and lined up financing.The real question isn’t "What surprises new investors?"

Over the past 4 months I sent out about 3,000 letters to a semi-targeted list (2% reponse rate), made 1,000 cold calls (25% response rate), had multiple investor friendly realtors looking for oportunities, and of course checked zillow/realtor daily.

We also have installed SimpliSafe (and signs about ongoing monitoring outside of the property).As someone else mentioned, it is best to have a plan not to go long stretches without checking in person.

This is important since you'll want to wire the funds to the title company instead of the tradition check in the mail which can take 2-3 business days.

I know when i travel to hotels ( which is almost every month) I check for coffee pods and will choose hotel that has them  then i bring my own pods LOL  unless its a real high end hotel and they have the ultra coffee makers  do your cleaners know how to clean the water repository on a Keurig?