These are non-performing mortgages and the homes are vacant and in preforeclosure.This doesn’t fit my typical passive, turnkey investment model, but I am considering taking on a local property as a “fun” project.

Hi William, investing in a syndication or fund could be a good fit given your situation.Even if there is a crash, and people downsize, those people will have a need for self-storage, as evidenced by storage occupancy rates during past recessions.

-Not setting aside reserves or underestimating long-term capital expenditure needs.It doesn’t mean cash flow doesn’t exist—it means they’ve learned hard lessons about the realities of real estate ownership.Final Thoughts If you're starting out, focus on building a strategy that fits your financial goals and risk tolerance.

You have full flexibility to use none, some, or all of the rehab budget.If you have any questions, I’d be happy to discuss how we structure our loans to best fit each client’s needs.

I want to create a GMB profile for a market I invest in, but I don’t have a physical office address in that state.I’ve been looking into virtual address services like iPostal1, but I’m concerned it won’t be approved by Google since they seem to have strict rules about virtual or P.O. box-style addresses.

You should have updated the address in the lender portal to your physical address so you receive statements and late pay warnings.Only way this scenario happens is if you do none of these. 

I actually have a fee in my lease if a tenant wants me to physically pick up a payment.

For example, you could showcase the family-friendly amenities, outdoor spaces, and stylish interiors all at once, similar to the one shared here (this is a listing photo, so I would recommend you change the text to fit your guests).

It seems like the best fit for your situation—less time commitment, steady growth, and manageable risk.

After 20 years in real estate and working with a lot of military investors, I can say house hacking is a great fit for you.