This is mostly because they can't provide the high level of service that Buyers deserve and for now Sellers are still generally paying. 

Our 275 sq ft furnished garage should rent for $1600 - $1800/mo and the only extra fees compared to long term is $99/yr to post on furnishedfinders.com. ...I should have this finished by the end of next month, so can keep you updated on whether this plan works and what we rent for. 

Stay disciplined and avoid rushing into deals without thorough due diligence.Resources for InvestorsIf you’re new to investing in distressed properties or looking to expand your portfolio, consider leveraging resources like:Local Realtors: Realtors specializing in distressed properties can assist in locating off-market deals and navigating complex transactions.Community Forums: Attend a local investor meetup or join online forums for the Phoenix market.Educational Tools: Search out webinars, workshops, or courses on investing in distressed properties.Final ThoughtsThe distressed property market in Phoenix is creating some excellent potential for the right investors willing to go the extra mile necessary to take on strategic risks associated with this category of real estate.

I can't imagine how much extra time is spent without having automation.

BC I know has a property purchase tax for everyone and an extra one for foreign investors.

There is usually extra charges on closing to pay for that service… but it is minimal.All the best!

It's easy to obtain, costs very little, and doesn't require extra, on-going effort to maintain.

Tell him that you are running out of funds and you hadn't planned on the extra 20% he's charging on each bill. 

Three Months ago, low to mid 6's were available.Rates are going to continually fluctuate but if you have a way to earn 10+% on your capital, the TIME you are not using it is going to cost you way more than the extra .5% per year will.You are walking over dollars to save pennies if you are waiting for the perfect rate, half of the people who held out on getting mid 6's were waiting for high 5's.

There are thousands of lenders out there that deserve your business more than them.