The bathroom was pretty decent, so we were able to just get it professionally cleaned and the house was ready to rent.

Professionally, I have a background in technology consulting and product management.

Fun area where you might attract young professionals who want to rent by the room. 

QIP has a depreciable life of 15-years and is also bonus eligible.Definitely consider speaking to a certified cost seg professional.

I would lend on a property after the deed has been issued and the borrower has had a chance to walk the property and assess value and potential and I've had a chance to assess the deal.If you find a professional lender willing to do this, let me know. 

A professional foundation inspection to determine root cause and verify the neighbor is at fault.

Hi,Regarding your questions:#1) I highly recommend you consult with a licensed insurance professional in your area, especially one experienced with landlord-specific insurance.

I have already lined up a professional property manager (the STR is out-of-state) and a design team (we are upgrading every room in the house and adding a ton of amenities). 

Planning to relocate to the Southeast (SC, NC or Georgia) in 2026 and want to start out by investing in single-family rentals, condos and joining real estate investment groups to invest in multi-unit or commercial properties.My investing goals consist of cash flow for consistent monthly payments and equity for bigger purchases down the road.Looking forward to building a network of real estate professionals and investors to help find new opportunities, stay on top of market trends and provide value to other investors and tenants.Any tips for new investors would be appreciated.Best,Brett HarmonTwitter

These areas won't give you cash flow without significant downpayment, but their price/rent ratios are much more friendly compared to other cities in the Bay Area and you can also benefit from their appreciation.Another thing to put on your radar is the Real Estate Professional Status (REPS) election.