Most of my landlords either don't accept pets at all or are super pet-friendly so pet rent has never been something we have charged.

Prioritize quality locations.Keep healthy amount of reserves per property, hire a PM, and hire a tax friendly CPA(not planning just prep). 

The interface is user-friendly, and the reporting tools are especially helpful for tracking property performance.One downside is that it can be a bit pricey for smaller portfolios, but the features have been worth it for me.

I’m searching for an investor-friendly carpenter and plumber.

I have a friend who is a banker locally, he's seen business bank numbers for 40 years...he know what makes a strong business client and when it is a weak business with some good years.

I don't know the Baltimore market but have a friend who is a very savvy investor there and maybe he would do some coaching to help you understand which way is up.

My initial interest in out-of-state investing stems from the high cost of multifamily properties in New York and the state’s renter-friendly laws.

We have rented the long term unit to family friends for over a year and the bills were always reasonable.

The fear of renting while out of town is common, but it's easy to overcome, especially when you have friends and a handyman.

Stessa is an excellent, user-friendly platform for tracking income and expenses for investors.