Once you have a shortlist, sign up for an account with each one and test them extensively to see how they function.

Appreciate the content on here but I’m not motivated enough to scroll more than a hundred pages to see if a question has been asked already….just saying You have to use the general search function (the magnifying glass) at the top of the page.

Measuring if a property is a reasonable first, second or last investment is not a function of how much you have saved.

The report the realtor gave me shows the Sewer system as OK, but under the plumbing it says "water supply tested and functional: No.

I am in search of a reliable CRM system that can efficiently host all my contacts, integrate with Google contacts, provide a robust phone system, and keep track of all my leads, network, and activities.

Almost no new user, uses the lookup function.  

when you talk about attorney states they are just doing the escrow function they are not doing the brokerage function.To me residential is now like commercial brokerage this is how commercial has always worked.

I think the cash flow versus appreciation is a function of where you are on your investment journey. 

Furthermore, maintaining rigorous property management practices, keeping thorough records, and implementing robust tenant screening procedures can also mitigate risks.

To improve DSCR there is 2 simple functions, either MORE in rents, or LESS in loan.