Find Brandon's videos on YouTube for the "four square" method of analyzing homes and practice.

(Fortunately, we were insured)Emergency Fund: Always have extra cash for unexpected events.Tenant Support: Keep good communication and support your tenants through tough times.Final ThoughtsThis July 4th was a disaster, but it’s also a stark reminder of the unpredictable nature of real estate investing.

This method, known as seller financing, can be executed in several ways.

Our team uses Appfolio as our primary rent collection method; which is also great since overall Appfolio is a great property management software with TONS of other tools and faucets that keep everything running smoothly. 

I'll definitely do some research into this method! 

Generally speaking my tenants communicate so it's not usually a surprise either.I do network with locals for local advice, which is why I'm genuinely curious about the lead issue and your experience with renter assistance programs causing problems.

I imagine we will see less and less of these subject-to transactions in the coming future as this method has been popularized by some famous proponents...As far as finding these deals, a sub-to transaction would most likely be found by trolling foreclosures and finding off-market deals like a wholesaler. 

stimating operating costs for a short-term rental (STR) in a new construction can be challenging but here are some general rules of thumb and methods to help you get a ballpark figure:Research Similar Properties: Look at existing STRs in the area you're considering.

Try educating tenant on appliance and regular maintenance that needed, such as replacing furnace filter. and make sure communication is done properly in right format, like text messages and then follow up with call, if in need of Maintenace repair.

Of the 20 rental homes I personally own, I did purchase them all using a hard money little to no money out of pocket method.