Hi Ethan, I would not entertain the idea of getting more money from this tenant in order to potentially increase your cash flow. 

Find the best local real estate investor meetups that have no pitches and you will increase your knowledge, camaraderie, and motivation ten-fold.

Just sent them a rent increase notice every year.

Relative AffordabilityDespite recent price increases, Buffalo’s housing market remains more affordable compared to many other U.S. metros.

How will the partnership cash flow cover the HELOC payments if interest rates increase?

Contact potential sellers who are not actively seeking to sell their real estate holdings.  

These properties provide communal adult living solutions, such as co-housing, senior shared housing, and group homes, offering both financial and social benefits to investors.With increasing housing demand, affordability challenges, and a growing aging population, portfolio holders may be missing out on a profitable and impactful investment.

But, these broad market studies are so large, they are almost meaningless, in the real world.Between glut of new supply in many "hot" markets coming online, a continually softening economic outlook, inflation over last couple years making day to day items feel cost prohibitive, many average renters are strapped and seeking lower cost housing.  

Hey Steven,I’d recommend reaching out to your county assessor to inquire about the increase.

After that's under control, focus on increasing income through additional work at your current job, taking on a side hustle, or finding ways to increase income on your existing rental.At the same time, educate yourself.