A light bulb replacement, for instance, might be the responsibility of the tenant.

I just had to pay for some minor rent ready repairs like replacing the carpet and painting the interior.

Prepare for the worst case scenario rate wise.

To which Id say it depends on when you bought, how you bought, what you did to the properties CapX wise, and how you managed.

Comps wise look under 1 mile and the past 6 months for sales.

Some background:I got into REI to earn enough income from rentals to replace my W2.

Seeking a construction/architect/development mentor would be wise.

If another veteran assumes the loan then their entitlement will replace the sellers, and the sellers entitlement can be restored to full.Great post!

Planned energy-efficient HVAC installations will replace outdated ceramic heaters, reducing tenant utility costs, lowering insurance premiums, and qualifying for utility reimbursement programs—a win-win for tenants and investors alike.Inflation HedgeReal estate is historically a strong hedge against inflation.

Building a rental portfolio that replaces your income takes years and a lot of effort, this is especially true in our high price high interest rate market.You need to have at least a 10 year vision when buying real estate.