Does your local jurisdiction require you to return those fees if they were not screened? 

@Kwanza PriceReach out to local networking groups to find a investor focused CPA and attorney. 

What's the zoning on the property and do you have a relationship or contact with the local rep? 

Are you considering expanding locally or branching out to other areas?

That’s the magic of real estate compounding over time, and it’s stories like yours that really highlight this.. from what i read in the street journal, that slow build often outperforms shorter-term stategies.From an investor-friendly agent’s perspective, being willing to dig into the neighborhoods (driving for dollars) and having a robust network.. from probate attorneys to local contractors.. can pay off big.

They hold title, and the mortgage and promissory note were attorney drafted and filed at our local county. 

You’d need to check the local laws to see what counts.Tenant Violations: If they’re breaking lease terms—like not paying rent or subletting—you might have grounds to evict.

Local CPI for this period is 3.6% so max increase in 8.6%. 

Most local places are offering a CA Fair Plan within a couple days, but the DIC plan is taking weeks.I got in contact with Kin Homeowners Insurance, which I never heard of.

So, comps can help with figuring out local cap rates, then you need the income from the property to determine a value.