I am keen to learn from the experiences of seasoned professionals and collaborate with fellow investors who share a passion for real estate.

Usually MTR comes fully furnished with utilities included, so you pay for the convenience.if the area has traveling nurses, other professionals that come for a few months for work they normally pay more, in certain cases the employer pays the rent not familiar with that particular market,  but worth looking into it.

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If i was renting out my house with a pool i would:-Have it professionally looked after. 

As a VA, you’d want to build on that by getting familiar with tools that real estate professionals use.

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Attitude and professionalism are paramount; product knowledge next, and then there's your contact/follow-up systems.Put that together, price-test against the market, and you'll have a sustainable, constantly expanding, and very profitable venture.Good luck! 

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The combination of families looking for more space, good schools, and a quieter lifestyle has been a big driver of demand.For my investments, I’ve noticed:High tenant quality: Families or professionals relocating to suburbs like Naperville and Wheaton tend to stay longer, which helps with stability.Increased competition: It’s definitely tougher to find good deals, especially in top-tier school districts.

Seriously though, if you haven't already get your self a solid real estate-focused tax professional in your corner.