, caulking (re caulk all the bathrooms), landscaping and grass (1 dead plant that needs replaced, bald spots in the yard).

I plan to create a diverse portfolio by some point in my life but feel that the best investment so far to start in is real estate.

I was all ready to get my Certificate of occupancy and they told me I needed a landscaping plan for all the trees  I needed to replace. 2k for that. 

The Bloomington-Indianapolis area has diverse submarkets, and identifying the right neighborhoods with growth potential is crucial.

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (UIUC) has seen record enrollment in recent years: it set its highest attendance in history, with over 57,000 students enrolled and in 2024 just had highest freshman attendance in history and keeps growing, Carle Hospital, Craft Factory (Warren Buffett approves), etc for diversity of economic drivers.

It could be hiring day laborers rather than a landscaper to do some of the exterior work to save money.

This home is going to cost you more money every year, particularly if you have a tough turnover with a bad renter, which is highly likely given your manager's current performance.You've already lost seven months of income ($1900 x 7 = $13,300), plus utiltilies, landscaping, and other expenses.

They know the local landscape and can guide you toward the best neighborhoods and opportunities, helping you avoid costly mistakes.By leveraging the relationships that local investors have already established, you can quickly build your Core 4 with professionals who understand the nuances of the area.

I like working with a diverse group of honest people and giving back the knowledge I have learned around the way and to share with others.

Check vacancy rates, average rents, and tenant demographics to understand the rental landscape.3.