Is your DSCR ratio greater than 1-meaning are you cash flowing (according to the lender's criteria of mortgage, property taxes and insurance (and HOA) if applicable).

Perform the same task in each app to ensure a fair comparison.Load a property with pictures and details.Market that property.See what your marketing looks like from the public's perspective.Submit a fake application to see how easy the process is.Run a credit/screening report on yourself.Enter a maintenance request, assign a vendor, and attach a fake invoice.Enter charges to the tenant's ledger.Enter recurring charges and automatic late fees.Sign documents electronically.Run owner reports.After testing a few apps, one should clearly stand out.

So if you had 3 rentals with losses and 2 rentals with gains, the losses from the 3 rentals would offset the other 2 rentals and the rest of the loss would be carried forward to offset other passive activity losses in future years if applicable.

I'm REALLY struggling with my applications through Apartments.com...which is TransUnion background check.

I have done a few FHA shorts with Pennymac over the last year, and you are looking at maybe a month or two from application to approval, if the person handling the sale knows what they are doing. 

Cost segregation is a great tax strategy when applicable.

Is your DSCR ratio greater than 1-meaning are you cash flowing (according to the lender's criteria of mortgage, property taxes and insurance (and HOA) if applicable).

Here’s a quick checklist to cover your bases:Property Condition: Get a thorough inspection to assess major items like the roof, foundation, and HVAC—this helps you plan for any big repairs.Financials: Account for all costs, including taxes, insurance, maintenance, and property management fees if applicable.

Is your DSCR ratio greater than 1-meaning are you cash flowing (according to the lender's criteria of mortgage, property taxes and insurance (and HOA) if applicable).

Should the management fee be collected on rent charges applicable to utility reimbursement, and/or the the rent charges to account for utilities directly baked in, and included in rent?