You may still not want to increase the occupancy.To me, two things stand out about your post.

Quote from @Blake McWilliams: I believe it's well proven that automation and systems not only help us keep our sanity but help us increase production exponentially.  

Quote from @Horacio Renteria: I became an accidental land lord after a divorce in 2020 (bought ex out for equity) then purchased a second home as primary in 2020 for 2.85% interest and has increased in equity 115%.

This means you'll get a good cash flow, but appreciation of the property will be low.In the phoenix area there is more ownership and less renting, but due to prices increasing faster than inflation we are seeing a rise in renters.

After the pandemic-fueled housing boom cooled somewhat in 2023-2024, the market has found a new equilibrium that presents interesting dynamics for flippers.Key statistics worth noting:- Median home prices have stabilized around $450,000, representing a 3.5% increase year-over-year- Average days on market: 42 (up from the frenzied 12-15 days seen in 2021-2022)- Inventory levels have increased by approximately 25% compared to early 2023Where to Find Flipping Growing NeighborhoodsSeveral Phoenix neighborhoods are showing particularly strong potential for profitable flips:1.

Death Rate: The death rate has been gradually increasing.

But to date, I've just set my rents at a rate that accounts for me having to pay the water bill - and informed the residents that each year I'll increase the rent based upon my expenses (including water), so keeping the bill down helps me to help them.But one problem this could cause is if increasing the rent to cover the water bill then places your rent above the market rate.

The situation allows for an excellent opportunity to work with a property manager and build trust.I am looking to gradually build and scale my real estate portfolio in Atlanta by purchasing one property each year.

To increase views, go into your listing periodically and lower the daily rate for the week or two after you have an expected vacancy, but increase the nightly rate after those two weeks so that you are still getting your target monthly rent.

It allows for passive returns with increased control and diversification.