I would also try to minimize expenses through decreasing cleaning costs, installing smart tech like a thermostat to control utility costs, etc.5.

You should have an opt-out of the contract too, so if there is anything that you are not being represented correctly on you can opt-out of it as well. 

I would like to get into the flipping game, buying a house in the market wherever she can get a contract in, and my full time job is to flip the house.

Congrats on getting under contract for your first rental property—that’s a huge milestone!

As a co-host for short term rentals, you may not need a license as long as you're not crossing over into activities that could be considered brokerage activities like handling any contracts, collecting rents, doing any accounting, approving tenants, etc.

Hey Brendan - It sounds like you're taking smart steps to navigate the slow season, and the adjustments you've made are all solid moves.

I have my second flip under contract and I decided to give Capital 360 a chance to finance this one. 

I was speaking with an agent last night who said that their brokerage told the property management division to get out of any contracts within the city limits.

Careful going outside state lines -- contract for deed is not allowed in Texas.I didn't think COD is illegal in Texas, just perhaps not recommended anymore, because it is difficult to comply with the rules or regulations. 

Unless I'm mistaken, the contract between owner/landlord and PadSplit doesn't have a defined monthly rent but a target/goal of monthly income (so it's hard to use that as lease).