I got a lien on the house they were flipping, all looked good on paper, then I found out they were using my $60K to improve their personal house!

Returns look good on paper but the kind of tenants those homes will attract will eliminate your cash flow.Invest carefully.

What's the best way to save and organize digital receipts and to snapshot paper receipts? 

@Greg SeivertMost lenders that work with real estate investors understand that you may show a paper loss and they won't hold it against you.

It would be new furniture and updated appliances, but still need to think of capital expenses.Basic Supplies (tp/shampoo/paper towels) - $200 per monthCleaning - $250?

It was great to put pen to paper on the designs Ive pinned for so long and to see it come together in the end. 

Biggest thing IMO is getting close to the train station and have a high quality units that may not look attractive on paper the first few years but will have the ability to raise rents consistently long term. 

Again, have to be self employed to do this AND rates are higher on these loans.You will be able to add back your paper losses on your rental business by your lender using this form (if they are competent which not all when it comes to investment real estate) :  https://content.enactmi.com/documents/calculators/Form1038.C... 

Send a offer via mail on a piece of paper and make the offer Valid through 11/30/24 (for example)......send paper offers via mail always withbevery verbal offer and put a time to it. 

This not only enhances your property but also builds long-term loyalty.Earning five-star reviews goes beyond having a nice property on paper—it’s about ensuring guests feel confident they made the right choice by staying with you.