Always smart to see the bigger picture and future cash flow potential!

I'm sure this isn't looking at the whole picture, but wanted to start a discussion around it. 

.- Build Relationships with Vendors: Getting quotes from local contractors or vendors for common maintenance or repair tasks can give you a clearer picture of recurring costs.

You can point out spots like nail holes where they hung pictures, dirty spots in the apartment needing cleaning, blown outlets they are overusing, etc.

I have a house where the information bubble (assessment, stats, value) is a house two blocks away, even shows a street view picture.

Picture it from her side.

But in reality, holding on too tightly limits growth, causes burnout, and actually costs you money.Why Letting Go Helps Your Bottom Line✅ Frees Up Your Time – Instead of handling every single tenant issue, you can focus on strategy, acquisitions, and big-picture decisions.✅ Allows Specialists to Do Their Jobs – A leasing agent will lease faster than an investor juggling 10 different tasks.

These homes are what most people picture as “home” and lend themselves well to coliving strategies.

This way, you’ll get a clearer picture of what needs to be done, the estimated costs, and whether the numbers align with your investment goals.

I take a picture of their driver's license.I ask for phone numbers that accept texts and any alternate land or business phone numbers.I ask for the names and birth dates of anyone under 18, and ask if there are any service / emotional support animals, together with their names and breeds.I also ask for personal references, previous landlord contact info (and length of time there), employer contact info (and how long there, together with earnings), as well as the name and contact information for their manager / boss.