., they force coverage on you instead of tailoring the coverages around your unique situation)Only represent one insurance company (no single insurance company can offer the right policy, at the right price for all situations)Their process for getting a quote is difficult and cumbersomeTheir underwriters/inspectors seem to always find a problem with a propertyIf you spot these warning signs, you should search for an insurance agent with these attributes: Have a depth of knowledge gained through years of experience working with real estate investors like yourselfHave a unique consultation process specifically crafted for working with REIsHave access to a minimum of 50 insurance companiesWork with a large independent insurance agency or group (the larger the agency, the more leverage they have with insurance premiums and claim settlements).

I have left that rent at $1,450 for all 8 years, which I directly attribute to the same tenants living there the entire time. 

Additionally you will have a recorded easement agreement that specifies rights to rebuild, upgrade, who pays the portion of the ad valorem taxes attributable to the billboard, etc.

In fact, as I thought about my tenants who are "less than perfect" in my mind, I realized that the less than perfect attributes that popped into my mind were what I consider prejudices.

We attribute it to a rapid increase in available rentals as more people jump into what was only last year a profitable market.

I would find a set of attributes where you are likely to have an edge, and target them.

I cover mostly Towns in my territory (FARM) Working from home has it Plus/Minus attributes, but it beats the commute.  

Significant bumps in tax value can usually be attributed to properties being reassessed after trading, especially if the previous sale was some time ago. 

Hi Dan,I've always liked that title 'serial entrepreneur' it shows depth and initiative among other attributes.

I attribute this partly to location but partly to keeping the units slightly under the market price also.