this is a direct relation to lack of inventory.. new construction on many markets is as robust as its ever been.. we have had spectacular years the last 3 years of course during covid was tough with supply chains but my 500k house I am now selling for 700k and my build cost have gone up by maybe 100k.. so record profits for us.. 

It might be payment notices are going to a different address and it is simply overlooked. 

Simply start by introducing yourself and why you’re interested in the business.

If you're prepared to acquire multiple properties at once, you can gain a competitive edge and negotiate better deals that simply aren’t available when buying individually.3.

@Mario Morales, to echo Bradley, I would say this depends on what you are lacking in your own knowledge base.To some (probably many investors) the agent is simply an initial filter for them.  

If the people running it are self serving, that will show too.Based the on the leadership or lack thereof, REIAs may be sales oriented, education oriented, a nest for sharks, or someones personal ego outlet.

When I first bought this rental property, I wasn’t aiming to become an expert in real estate or accounting—I was simply looking for a passive investment.

Perhaps its time to up grade the entire kitchen.As for the washing machine, I would simply say to the next tenant, there is a hook up.

@Matthew Paul, I’m not trying any “crap”, simply seeking negotiation advice in an effort to pay a fair price for a house that needs a lot of work.

I simply don't have the brain capacity and time.