I put in all new smart thermostats (dual zoned HVAC system), new mesh wifi system, outdoor surveillance cameras and doorbell cam.

I’ve found 1 person per room, quiet hours 11-7, no pets, no indoor smoking/vaping, color coded shelves and cabinet space, electronic locks and front door cameras really help.

I just think of myself as an office-based property manager.The keys for me: -local roots from growing up there (although I moved away 20 years ago)-networking from rehabs; you end up meeting lots of people during rehabs that are not good contractors but are good at doing certain things, such as cutting grass, handyman, key management, photos, etc; i've even asked contractors for reliable low level guys looking to hustle extra money-use of technology; email, software, spreadsheets, postlets, google voice mail, google earth, e-journals, redfin, Internet cameras, lockboxes-gut feel; sometimes you close your eyes and hope for the best after doing your homework; don't always tell people you are out of state, use a local phone number

Overall next time I do a deal like this, I would put cameras to all of the construction sites, and stay in more regular contact with the GC.

Mine can set door codes, message (or call) guests, schedule cleaners, adjust the thermostat, monitor my cameras, & call a plumber just as easily as a local PM can, for 1% of the costI wrote much more about leveraging offshore assistants in this post here.

I am thinking of putting a security monitoring system (like ring central so I can view on my phone) to monitor my property and would like to install security cameras in a few places on the property.

A fake security camera and yard sign is sure to keep most criminals away.Just a thought.

if you are owner occupied call the Alderman's office cause they have a program where they will reimburse homeowners for damage if the city is at fault which is what you confirm having the plumber meet with the city.I have a guy that all he does 100% is the camera work...does no plumbing work if you need or anyone that sees this needs someone to just come out and camera it.

@Susanne Stauffer  Just to be safe, I'd consider a disclosure that states that they could receive a higher price if they were to list it on the MLS.It might be overkill, but you don't want to open your front door to see the Eyewitness News Investigative Team shoving a camera and mic in your face, asking why you think it's OK to screw little old ladies out of their homes.When in doubt, DISCLOSE.

if so, it should have a camera that takes pictures.