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My father is a certified contractor in NJ—he’s built one home, flipped four, and consistently handles upgrades and maintenance for me and his other clients.I’d appreciate any tips or stories from those who’ve turned equity into a profitable venture.

I'll just add, you need to prepare the scene before taking a picture.

I agree with the others.

Hey @Katherine Lewis, I have always felt this was a tougher row to hoe overall.It's not that it couldn't work, but the juice might not be worth the squeeze.If you go all in you have to do it for the long haul.

Here are some tips to help you negotiate effectively:Know Your Numbers ColdBefore entering any negotiation, understand the financials of the deal inside and out.

I live and work in the Atlanta, GA area.

I have known exactly one in my 10 years in the business.

There's no problems living next to your tenants, just tell them your the manager NOT the owner to avoid guilt tripping.You have to analyze the deal 1) while you're living there 2) when you move out.