Here's some online software options that you commonly see recommended on BiggerPockets.

(rents also peaked from $1900 to $2600 in 2 years)Sale Price  -             $360K - $370K in the area for same kind of units.            

Should I try to make the deck on the second floor a common space or as part of a large bedroom?

Guys like Jay who has done things like been a guest speaker in our mastermind group, Dave Foster who knows 1031s and can help with them but doesn't push anything, Michael Plaks who provides all kinds of good tax info unprompted.

This is a straightforward and common approach.However, make sure to document the change in the lease renewal or addendum, specifying the new security deposit amount.

I can send you a free guest pass to our general meeting next week and you can network with a couple hundred local investors and meet all kinds of vendors with hard money, private money, trades, title and wholesalers.

They have been historically reliable over the last few years but I am hearing some rumblings of reduced leverage, slight increase to rate, or some kind of minor tweak to DSCR lending with some programs.Happy to jump on a call if you have any questions or concerns.Good luck!

I made the mistake of letting someone get in one of my first units that was a bit off the 3 times, they were great tenants very kind and enjoyed their stay and experience with me, but could not afford it when I increased the rent on them, which is something you will have to do because of rising insurance/tax costs.5.)

Avoid common pitfalls like skipping due diligence, underestimating repairs, and overleveraging having reserves and a strong team is key.Good luck!

If you have that kind of money you should be closing deals, not wholesaling them.By the way, wholesaling is NOT investing, you're not holding the properties, your trading them.