There are a lot of new folks on the council and they would want to look like real change makers and this would be something that could resonate.

I want to make rent increases begin May 1… do I make 1st month of lease begin April 1 at old rate or begin leases at May 1 with new rate?

Biggest mistake I see first-time buyers/investors make here in Denver and Colorado Springs is taking too long to buy or not buying at all.If you're young, time is the biggest money-maker for you, not buying the absolute best deal.

Being an agent is a path to make real estate your career, not just your investment vehicle.

It's about $200 a month, but it gives you full control over the tenants banking information so that if you need to bill them, make rent escalations etc you will have full control of doing that by taking the money right out of their account. 

Heating costs go up in winter, as does electricity due to the reduced natural light and more people indoors.

You asked about appliances - For our short/medium term rentals, the biggest questions we get are for small appliances blenders, toasters, and coffee makers.    

I would call around to cabinet makers and see if that is something they can do. 

You can probably get a bank account set up that will allows your tenants to make rent deposits. 

I know some ladies will love the indoor laundry...but they may also love an extra bedroom or office more?