But, I prefer 3rd party over self management right now because I have higher priorities and just have to purchase properties with thicker margins to absorb the added vacancy and repair costs. 

Focus on strategies that align with your needs, like turnkey properties, build-to-rent options, or small multifamily buildings, especially if you prefer less hands-on management.

The ones that truly understand it often don't want to be bothered, so, slightly back to one, are assuming that any outreach is bad news, otherwise, let it go.Everyone's preferences are different, but I found sending out a semi-generic email with a link to schedule time with me was the best way to reach the most people, and people that wanted to talk without making them assume something bad was happening.  

Gita,At least the way I prefer to do things is to only run accrual based accounting activity on my day to day operations.

This convenience and leverage can justify the higher cost of these loans.Personally, I prefer using a HELOC because I only have to apply once and can then tackle one or two projects at a time.

We recently signed up with Steadily, which is the preferred insurance partner of FurnishedFinder.

Experienced managers can help evaluate potential investments by providing insights on rental demand, market rents, tenant preferences, and location-specific factors that affect leasing success.For example, rental properties need to be close to conveniences like major roads, shopping, and schools.

If there's enough duplexes that it's likely you find one you like in a reasonable amount of time (less than a year), then start looking at them in your preferred area.

If the other party is a lifestyle buyer, he's going to prefer to own his own property rather than have an investment he/she can't control.

I’ve developed a Comprehensive Investor Report (CIR) for a property in Palm Coast, FL, designed to be transformed into a luxury rental asset while serving as the foundation for a scalable asset management strategy.Here’s a quick snapshot of the deal:Property: Red Birch Lane, Palm Coast, FLCurrent Value: $350,000+Mortgage Balance: $165,000Current Equity: $185,000Investment Required: $177,500 (for luxury upgrades and optimization)Projected Monthly Rent: $4,500 with 2% annual increasesTarget ROI: Full 1.5x ROI for investors achieved in 9 yearsLuxury Features: Smart home automation, designer finishes, professional-grade kitchen appliances, and more.I’ve also structured a capital distribution plan with a waterfall approach:8% Preferred Return for investors.Full Return of Capital to investors before profit splits.Post-ROI, a 20/80 split (Investor/Management) ensures long-term alignment.