Again, the BiggerPockets store has some books on this topic, or you can learn about it by watching podcasts, reading blogs, and interacting on the forum.

They also said they see this problem ALL the time in Philly… when the city or a private individual knocks down a rowhome, they are responsible for treating the exposed partition wall of the next door property to protect it from the elements.

Restricting certain elements you can advertise may not be good, but it is certainly not evil.Is the settlement good for sellers?

Unless you are altering roof lines, overhangs, driveways or other exterior elements, no site survey will be required."

I don't agree with the fee comment - certainly that can be an element of a scammy lender but there are certainly lenders that do require some upfront fees and other vendor/pass-through fees in addition to the appraisal. 

CrestCore has produced an awesome interactive website ranking the zip codes in Memphis.

The medium-term rental (sometimes referred to as mid-term rental) is an investing strategy that combines elements of short-term rentals and long-term rentals.

NY times did an expose on insurance company losses that should make you worry. https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2024/05/13/climate/home-...

My last interaction with an agent was he was supposed to call us Monday at 10:00 a.m. about a property that was in the half million dollar range so a nice tidy sum for basically going and opening a door. 

Properties within driving distance offer several advantages:Hands-on management: You can personally handle issues like maintenance, repairs, and tenant interactions, which is invaluable when you're learning the ins and outs of rental management.Cost efficiency: Without needing to rely on a property manager from the start, you’ll save on fees.Faster response time: Being local means you're close enough to address emergencies or inspect the property as needed.Starting with a nearby property often leads to a smoother learning experience.