Now we are mostly scaling our business with larger communities but I've used many different creative finance strategies including seller finance, private lending, hard-money, collateral from other properties, and lease-options. 

Charge the tenants a higher rent rate and include utilities with their rent.

One of the most important steps you can take as either a startup landlord or seasoned one is to use a platform specific to property management as it will elevate your operation and save you tons of time.The good news is that nearly every software designed for landlords includes these features.

However, Montgomery County as of yet has not updated their forms or website, included the landlord/tenant handbook and they are still not enforcing.

Updates include a new septic system, wall-hung boiler with radiant heat, and a remodeled kitchen with new appliances and an island.

It may be easier to include utilities in the rent.

It's a 3 restaurant package in West Virginia (where we already have a base) and includes 1 piece of real estate.

I know that interest on the acquisition loan can be included in the cost basis since it’s inventory.

He is great with investors and can find deals that cash flow much easier, including some off market stuff.

I would include servicing costs of the loan and licensing costs.