. :)This is especially true if you rely on furnishedfinder.com as your primary lead source (which you shouldn't, but that's another post) as when you make that connection with a prospective resident, you are selling yourself as a landlord as much as you are the property as a place to live.

crazyDo these people just hand over the keys to their car also and hope it comes back ok?

And what is your price point and are you looking for turn-key properties or something along the lines of a "fixer upper"?

The key to the letter is making sure it is very clear you are not a real estate agent.   

@Rick Zink I also wanted to share with you some key questions to ask a lender when you are looking.Are you a direct lender?

Experience Opens Up More DoorsTwo key things happen when you take a piece of a good deal:1️⃣ People trust experienced investors more than rookies.

A key factor here is leveraging your equity efficiently while considering tax implications.

The process seems daunting and overwhelming, and I am not confident I will put the time in to talk to sources, analyze, and find properties for investing purposes.

The key is  that the funds need to be used for business purpose.

Peter Lohmann’s newsletter is a solid source for staying on top of national trends; I’d recommend subscribing if you haven’t already.In Texas, I’ve noticed increased activity, especially in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.