Also, watch out for any litigation or construction issues that could lead to HOA fee increases down the road.Alternatively, you could consider a good deal on a single-family home or a 2-4 unit property.

You can add different ways to reach out to improve your conversion for owners you are hitting or you can increase the amount you are sending. 

That said, weigh the cost of renovations against the potential increase in appraisal.

The importance of lowering expenses and increasing efficiency to maximize property income.

It would actually be a net PROFIT given the huge increase to tax revenues. 

The power company supplied and installed the new meters (at no charge, at least not yet) and verified all the work around the 4 gang meter pan was done up to their standards.

Chicago is a lower appreciation market but with the trends we've been seeing with increased rates of hurricanes on the east coast and fires in the west, I do think long-term we will see some migration to the Midwest.

By prioritizing five-star reviews, I built a strong reputation, which led to increased bookings and higher profitability.

It was a 50% of one months rent and a $100 increase in rent. 

Unfortunately, not many around like that...The appraisal is about $150-$200 higher than standard cost because they likely went through an appraisal management company ("AMC") to get the appraisal ordered/assigned.