- Having minor maintenance taken care of at no cost - Regular cleanings and maintenance so small issues don't become big issues- A hands off tenant who never bothers the landlord- A property maintained in new condition because it's in the tenant's interestI used to do primarily rental arbitrage but shifted to STR/MTR property management.

With that said, the properties that were prepped and in good condition still rented quickly and on the higher end of the market range.

I have a live-in (22 year old son) rehab (pt Loma) starting Dec 1 if you desire to see the pre-rehab condition reach out to me a couple days before Dec 1.  

I'm not the most handy and have thought of taking a person knowledgebale in home improvement or a handyman to tour the property with me (after my offer is accepted) to gauge potential issues with the home and have a better idea of the home's condition before I have the home inspection.

Make sure you’re clear on how financing works and what your monthly payments will look like.Property Condition: Assess the age of the property, maintenance history, and any potential repairs or upgrades that might be needed.Due Diligence: Work with professionals, like a home inspector and a trusted real estate agent, to ensure the property is sound and fits your investment goals.Analyze the Neighborhood: The location can make or break your investment.

., small houses or retail buildings) that can be torn down and redeveloped.Challenges in South Florida: Be mindful of market conditions and local regulations.

However, if managing a rental doesn’t appeal or if the market conditions favor selling, selling could fund a larger down payment on your next home and keep things simpler.

I don’t know if they have the funds to get her unit in condition for her, but that was mentioned last time I spoke with them.Thanks for the reply, sorry you have had to do this research for yourself.

I’m just trying to play it as safe as possible considering it’s been vacant for so long and I have no idea the condition in which the previous owner left things.  

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