Great insight and advise.

@Caleb Rehg  I would advise your first step is to search this site for college student rentals and student rentals and read all you can. 

Hey Team, First post here, so I really appreciate the patience! I'm curious to know how often property managers actively suggest value-add activities for properties (ie, building an ADU, remodeling, buy-fix-hold oppor...

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One the ice maker is not advisable.

@Jill KellerI personally owned and managed several rental properties, mainly one family, 3-families and been advised by a number of attorneys through the years to forget doing LLC's.

Your clients should focus on properties with significant equity potential and work with experienced contractors to stay within budget and timeline—especially with borrowed funds on the line.Avoiding Bad Deals - Encourage them to work with experienced agents, contractors, or mentors and always run multiple scenarios, including worst-case outcomes, to stress-test their numbers.Reserves - Advise your clients to keep a reserve fund separate from their loan for emergencies, unexpected expenses, or delays.

They’ll advise you on what moves you should make so you can make the best possible decisions throughout the buying process.Bottom LineThe key to a successful homebuying savings strategy?

I am just beginning my real estate journey and would be appreciative of any advise.

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