If it is a high end housing product you may have to use a designer because they have access to some material/finish suppliers that are otherwise unavailable but that tends to only be for the highest end housing deliveries.

A “30 minute phone consultation” is heavily advertised with their package offerings, but it was a struggle to get them to agree to a phone call once we were engaged.

The date you are able to take depreciation is when the property is ready for renting (i.e. advertising for rent or obtaining a certificate of occupancy).

- Can be a big challenge when tenants are involved for access!

I'm not familiar with Canadian regulations but you should look into how you can get access to money if you don't have any.

Meaning, two different parties have ripped my listings and falsely advertised elsewhere.So a 1:25 scam-to-door-ratio per calendar year hahaIn addition to fraudulent advertising, I have lockboxes that enable remote showings.

They can provide access to off-market deals and connect you with a network of contractors familiar with BRRRR projects. https://www.biggerpockets.com/business/finder/agentsProperty Manager - Choose a PM with Section 8 expertise to ensure smooth tenant placement and compliance with inspections and rent guidelines. 

My business has access to AppFolio, but it doesn't seem to communicate with the STR side of things. 

6) Where is your property being advertised for rent?

How do you advertise your vacant units?