Concerns such as the home value decreasing, 24/7 humming noise, increase water bills, increase electric bills and other environmental concerns in regards to health. 

I’d be careful with some of the advice floating around out there.Sending out texts or cold calling the wrong person can land you in hot water.

I'm just glad I was able to point it out to my clients before proceeding further, which could have led all parties into a sticky legal situation and me in hot water, like you mentioned. 

In Greater Boston, keep it simple: target 2–4 units near strong transit and hospitals where rents stay resilient, run real comps and conservative rent assumptions, and factor taxes, water/sewer, and winter maintenance so your numbers are honest.

Put 1 inch soapy water in the bottom , left filter in and spent 2 hours sucking up bees .

.💡 Utilities – If you pay for water, gas, or electricity, those are deductible.🧹 Cleaning & Landscaping Services – Routine upkeep expenses.💼 Professional Fees – Legal, accounting, or property management services.🧑‍🔧 Contractor Labor & Supplies – Any materials or hired help for property improvements.🚗 Mileage/Travel – When traveling to inspect or manage rental properties (keep mileage logs).💻 Office Supplies & Software – Including bookkeeping tools, printers, and even part of your home office.Creative Ways to Give Back — and Still SaveGiving back can also be tax-deductible when done thoughtfully:🎁 Tenant Appreciation Gifts: Small gifts such as gift cards, snacks, or holiday baskets (under $25 per tenant per IRS rules) can be deductible as a business expense.🏘️ Community Donations: Contributing to local charities, shelters, or community events near your property may be tax-deductible if donated to a registered nonprofit (501(c)(3)).🧤 Property Improvement Drives: Donating old appliances, furniture, or materials from renovations to nonprofit organizations like Habitat for Humanity can qualify as a charitable deduction.Pro Tip:Before December 31st, review your receipts, invoices, and bank statements.

Something that we value tremendously (regardless of the appraisers opinion ) and are working on adding an off grid hot tub, outdoor sauna with water side jungle-gym.

So, give them money to move.Bought for $157,100.38 ****** ARV$245,000.005 bed 3 bath – Phoenix AZThese are the numbers from the HUD statementBought for $157,100.38 ****ARV$245,000.00Existing Loan Amt Payoff $118,145.37*Subject To$118,145.37****Closing Costs From HUDTitle$1,045.00Escrow$1,400.00County Taxes$538.38Recording Fee$120.00Cash to seller$10,000.00Misc other charges$525.00Total Amount Due $$13,628.38***Arrears To Bring Account DueTotal Number of Missed Payments:11Total Payment Amount$10,095.47Unpaid Late Charges$146.84Additional Amounts:Foreclosure Fee/Cost$354.19Unpaid Advance Bal$1,101.75Total Amount Due $$11,698.25***FHA Loan Mod 2nd$11,582.44***My Out of Pocket$36,909.07***Total Cost Basis of Purchase$155,054.44ARV (After Repair Value)$245,000.00Repairs Post Purchase$ 5,000.00 +/-Unrealized Profit$84,945.56***Equity (ARV minus Subject To payoff)$126,854.63***I strongly recommend having 3 months reserves as follows:Monthly Mortgage$917.77(Taxes included)Electric Monthly$362.21Water & Sewer Monthly$102.80HOA – None$0Reserves3 months mortgage payments @ $917.77 per month = $2,753.313 months Electric payments @ $362.21 per month = $1,086.633 months Water payments @ $102.80 per month = $ 308.40 Minmum Reserves Total $4,148.34Then I turned around and sold it on a Lease Option for $265,000 getting $20,000 down on a nonrefundable Option fee, and rent of $1,900 a month.

A client had a huge tree fall on house, in huge rain storm so there was also water damage, that got fully covered.

Most hotels dont have kitchens in the rooms , water heaters , rooms are small , electric isnt metered per unit .