And the cracks mostly follow the drywall seams from what I can see, which is typical....And as @Patricia Steiner said, it doesn't look like a pro installation....You could ask the Contr to use a flexible compound if this happens again, or maybe even now...https://www.dap.com/products-projects/product-categories/pat...Like everyone else said, I'd have it repaired - by a licensed Drywall Contr. - and then just check in on it.

Anywhere near Evens has gotten very expensive, so cash flow will be tougher.

Construction could take a year, with permits stretching up to 15 months, a timeline that’s still attractive given the return potential.For developers seeking even bigger returns, a lot split project might be the way to go.

Here’s a chart showing what percentage of an American’s average mortgage payment goes to taxes and insurance:Rising taxes and insurance premiums make real estate even less affordable for buyers already facing higher home prices and mortgage rates that rose ~150% in less than two years.

Unfortunately I am told most admitted insurance carriers are out of the business for insuring apt complexes in the state of CA (this was even before the LA wildfires this month.

I even bought 3 properties in one day using the HELOC to fund the down payment on each of those purchases. 

Even then, $23K in closing costs seems hefty unless there's past due payments that need to be brought to current.

Or you may notice that all the $2,500 houses are listed week after week - meaning they aren't rented - while all the $2,100 houses disappear within days.I recommend investors review their market at least once a month, even when your rentals are occupied, to ensure you stay current on what the market is doing.

Even with a W2, it's completely doable with the right systems in place. 

If you are a lender, agent, or even someone that is just very familiar with the area and have tips, advice, or want to get involved feel free to reach out.