They will help with what I’m sharing below (or should).Consider your pricing to ensure it’s competitive with the local rents.Post on military sites as well.As you said, get professional photos ASAP.I’m active duty Air Force with four properties.

Investors continue to succeed here with short term rentals near and around RTP and downtown, or renting by the room on airbnb to young professionals.

In the interim, my goal is to build connections with local investors and real estate professionals who are active in the area. 

My goal is to network and build relationships with investor-friendly agents and experienced real estate professionals who have extensive knowledge of the central Indy market.

You'll need a reliable network of local professionals (plumbers, electricians, handymen) you can trust.Hiring a Property Manager:Peace of Mind: They handle day-to-day operations, tenant communications, and legal compliance.Local Expertise: They understand the local market trends and rental laws in Colorado Springs.Cost: While there’s a fee, many find it worth the reduction in stress and time commitment.Lessons Learned from ExperienceBuild a Strong Local Team: Even if you manage the property yourself, having a dependable local handyman and a real estate attorney can save you headaches.Leverage Technology: Utilize property management software for rent collection, maintenance requests, and tenant screening.

You had better be on call 24/7 as your tenants will likely rarely sleep and will be digging holes in the walls looking for FBI cameras and copper wire to sell!     

Unless you or your wife can qualify as real estate professional status and claim passive non-cash losses against your active income.

The baseline now in Denver is having a hot tub, game room/area, house theme, high end finishes, professional photography, etc.

Best to get recommendations if you can, you also might find one through a professional organization for Public Adjusters such as:https://www.napia.com/custom_m...

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