Clearly there were missed maintenance issues in this case, but I would still instruct your PM (or future PM) to make it a requirement that all prospective tenants tour your properties first before processing applications.I’ve even had tenants sign Sight Unseen / As-Is addendums and later be unhappy and still want to break their leases.

The agent was giving me a tour of the fitness center located at the top of the building.

I ALWAYS suggest that my buyers meet me at the property for the first purchase and tour the neighborhood and city with me.

Still believe that:1) With 3D Tours, floorplans and walk-thru videos (taken & shared by listing agent with buyer agents) there's little need for an investor to physically see a property.2) Agents should better set expectations with investor buyers, so they understand that with #1 above and a great inspection, there's no need for them to physically see a property. 

It also helps that we have family who lives there, so we have a built-in excuse to tour the properties a few times a year.Does anyone have experience with Davenport?

If there is no legal problem and she tours the space and finds it adequate then I would be happy to rent but I want to do my due diligence in determining if this space is acceptable to rent to more than just a single individual.

@Karolina Powell - When touring multifamily properties I would suggest you be conscious of the following: - As Alecia indicated... make sure you understand how utilities are set up (individually metered, etc..)- View the general condition of each unit.

Oh, by the way, if you have a steady amount of properties to take photos and tours you might benefit from having Giraffe360 camera and take pictures yourself.

Lessons learned: 1) Do a more thorough tour of house before purchasing 2) Have more money saved Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

Here's a list of tasks where ChatGPT can be particularly beneficial:Initial Client Interactions: Use ChatGPT as the first point of contact on websites to answer basic client queries and gather preliminary information.Property Information: Automate responses to common questions about property listings, such as square footage, amenities, and nearby attractions.Appointment Scheduling: ChatGPT can help schedule property viewings or meetings based on the broker's availability.Market Updates: ChatGPT can be programmed to provide recent market statistics, price trends, or news to clients on demand.FAQs: Handle frequently asked questions about the property buying/selling process, brokerage fees, or other standard real estate queries.Document Explanation: Brief explanations of common real estate documents, terms, and jargons, ensuring clients have preliminary understanding before detailed discussions.Lead Qualification: By asking potential clients a series of questions, ChatGPT can help in initial lead qualification, filtering out those who aren't serious or ready to move forward.Feedback Collection: After a property tour or meeting, ChatGPT can gather feedback, which helps in improving services or adjusting property prices.Recommendations: Based on client preferences, ChatGPT can suggest properties from the broker's listings.Follow-ups: Automated reminders or check-ins with potential clients to maintain engagement.Education: Offer brief tutorials or explanations about real estate concepts, market trends, or investment advice.Localization: Provide information about neighborhoods, schools, and local amenities to clients interested in specific areas.Transaction Updates: Keep clients informed about the status of their property transaction, from initial offer to closing.Referrals: Encourage satisfied clients to refer friends and family by sending automated referral requests or reminders.Networking: Introduce and maintain relationships with other brokers, agents, or relevant professionals in an automated yet personable manner.Maintenance Reminders: For brokers also involved in property management, ChatGPT can remind tenants of maintenance schedules or gather feedback post-maintenance.Reviews & Testimonials: Automate the process of collecting reviews and testimonials from satisfied clients for promotional use.Mortgage & Financing Info: Provide preliminary information on mortgage rates, lending institutions, or financing options available.Training: New agents in the brokerage can use ChatGPT for training purposes, asking questions about company policies, sales techniques, or market nuances.Market Analysis Reports: While detailed analysis might require specialized tools, ChatGPT can give general market outlooks based on data provided to it.By leveraging ChatGPT in these areas, brokers can increase efficiency, enhance client engagement, and free up time to focus on relationship-building and closing deals.