This move-in ready house features a stove/oven, refrigerator, and dishwasher in the kitchen.

I’d love to check it out and see how I can get involved.Appreciate you sharing this as I’m always looking to connect with others in the real estate space. 

I would focus on getting a solid job/career then going into a house hack. 

PS: Don't assume a deep clean is going to get the smell of smoke out of a house.

You will then naturally refine your approach as you get feedback from results.

When a tenant moves out, transfer the deposit back to Checking so it's ready to apply towards expenses or refund the Tenant.If you end up with excess funds in the Checking account, I recommend you transfer it to a third account designated explicitly for future investments.

while I totally understand the frustration especially purchasing what was supposed to be a new and ready to go asset, but these things are pretty common so don't feel to discouraged. 

The last 5 deals I bought were all basically move in ready, bought only at a slight discount after deals fell through. 

Keep in mind many get investigated not all get charged or anything happens..

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