Additional Info —Key Details:Location: Outside Santa Fe, NMProperty Size: 20 acres (valued at $80,000)Project: Two new STR unitsExisting Experience: Family has two fully-occupied LTRs nearby, generating $2,000/monthConstruction Approach: Self-contracted with licensed trades for electrical/plumbingCost Assumption: $80,000 per unit, plus ~20% for inflation (based on 5–8-year-old build costs)Financing: Using land equity as down payment on construction loan (expecting closing costs to be major expense)Request: Looking for feedback, potential pitfalls, and general guidance

The only costs are hourly wages to an assistant to respond to the tenants if something comes up like a question about the online payment portal system or something else.

I never bothered to try talking to a lender because my credit score isn’t great and I’m self-employed.

Let them know that you're unhappy with them and see if the two of you can right the ship together and if not then self-manage or find a new PM.

If you're trying to save money or learn by self managing that is fine... but then you have to deal with this type of thing.

Are you self-managing? 

You can hire a few different virtual assistants on a website such as Upwork.com, train them on how to skip trace, and stick with the one that is the best. 

Tomas, are you self managing your Cahokia Height, IL property or are you working witha property manager? 

All self praise shared by Neal Bawa before was just that advertisement.

I’m not interested in subscriptions or courses but am seeking genuine connections with people who value mutual support and networking.If I can assist with advice or information based on my experience in tile installation, home remodeling, or other areas, please don’t hesitate to reach out.