Buying for $40K and selling for $80K with no improvements doesn't make any sense.

@Dennis Bragg, how did you factor improvements and market appreciation into the buy-back price?

Like you, I’m diving into books and podcasts, but I also believe there’s immense value in learning alongside others and gaining hands-on experience.I’m in the process of connecting with like-minded individuals to create a community of new investors who are eager to learn, share knowledge, and even collaborate on deals.

Cost segregation and advancing depreciation has its pros and cons depending on what the individual investor's goal is.

If there's a lot more headache- then I encourage you to implement or improve a Complete Household System, try to get SFR's with 6-11 bedrooms, no more than 3 rooms per 3/4-Full bathroom, and make sure there's one (not more than one) beautiful living room with a big screen TV. 

Personally, I airbnb half of my house, individual rooms, and stay nearly 100% booked.

Typically a few types of PMs out thereThe individual agent, little to no staffThe PM company that's a set it and forget it, glorified rent collectorThe PM company that's a true partnerI would on top of the suggestions abovesearch for a PM that owns their own portfolio tooThey treat your asset like they treat their own portfolio- There should be a full staff and readily available to answer the phone1.

I would like to connect with like minded individuals.

However, it's important to be cautious, as sheriff sales can be risky for inexperienced individuals and may lead to significant financial losses.3 - Referring to point 2.4 - I can provide you with some recommendations for CPAs who are based in Ohio.

So, if your current rent roll is still on the lower side, it could limit the amount you can borrow right now.However, if you have even a partial track record showing improvements.. say a few of the units are already updated and attracting higher rents.. a lender might take that into consideration when underwriting.