I’ve built strong relationships with agents, contractors, and other investors in the area, and one of my contacts informed me that the owner was considering selling but hadn’t listed the property yet.

However, the most effective method is to simply tell the tenant that they'll need to provide proof of insurance prior to or on the day 1 of the start of the lease, otherwise the keys will not be provided to them.

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I’ve watched a lot of videos on how to screen and how to set up work with contractors, so I’m hopeful to build those relationships more in this area in the future.Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

Keep in mind that they can increase that period if they get complains from the community, so make sure you're in good relationship with your neighbors.

Do you have a banking relationship with the credit union?

For long-term planning, consider transferring the property into a trust to manage tax and legal complexities.This post does not create a CPA-Client relationship.

I’ve built strong relationships with agents, contractors, and other investors in the area, and one of my contacts informed me that the owner was considering selling but hadn’t listed the property yet.

As you are finding out, it is so local that the next door building effects your investment. 

I would encourage folks to use fiverr if you’re looking for interior design help.So, in summary, unfortunately I think this post had the exact opposite effect that you were looking for Erica 😫