Other low-cost amenities that can boost ROI include a coffee and tea station with basic supplies, a welcome basket with snacks and water, or small outdoor games like cornhole.

•Systems: Servicing the HVAC system, replacing the water heater, and updating the electrical panel.The renovation was completed in 13 weeks and totaled approximately $35,600.

Referrals are by far the most efficient, economical and profitable way to do business.

Lot had the dry stream water flow going thru the middle.  

Hands down one of the most efficient ways of learning the ins and outs of real estate investing without taking on to much at once. 

Regarding your lender pool, are you going to residential lenders that happen to dip their toes in the water of DSCR?

A "total reno" can mean it's all original and very outdated but livable or it can be an absolute disaster with foundation issues and sewer and water problems.

(you know all the things we using in running effective and efficient private companies) it would be a different story. 

They were never particularly nice, beach cabins on stilts with rattan furniture that usually had water stains from wet suits.  

I hope you or someone is at least keeping an eye on your properties for break ins, squatters, roof leaks, temperature control, frozen pipes (if in cold climate), if you have a basement and sump pump goes out leading to water damage etc.I just talked to two investors in California that have let their properties sit vacant (no mortgages so paying property taxes and insurance).