If not, you will have to utilize hard money which will drastically increase holding costs.

I drove to the house, explained the situation to the tenants, and emphasized that we needed to locate the leak.When the utility worker arrived, he wasn’t in the best mood.

Even though rental properties can be somewhat passive, there are still things to keep an eye on, like collecting rent, making sure utilities get paid, ensuring property management is doing their thing, etc.

If you have a better interest rate than available in today’s market would utilizing/exploring a HELOC make sense for your next investment?

I'm going to utilize this intel.

FHA-Owner Occupancy Loan, to limit down payment to be able to utilize for maintenance

Research local market rates to set competitive rents, and consider offering utilities or furnishings to attract tenants.

Two months ago we sold the property utilizing a wrap mortgage with a 10% interest rate.  

Additionally, if you onboard a new units during the 1 year mentorship you can utilize the team to help you be profitable from jump street.

Other than outstanding taxes, and utilities, I don't need to worry about anything else.