Appreciate the feedback.

When do you get the rent etc

The rental income helps you but the way its calculated it gets harder and harder to qualify unless you are a high earner otherwise. 2.

., shifts in pricing, demand-supply changes).Analyze local or regional real estate data.Identify key economic indicators impacting the housing market.Stay ahead of demographic changes or migration trends.Do you have any go-to platforms, datasets, books, or even strategies that have been especially valuable?

Had to put a new roof, HVAC, and finish the basement.

Quote from @Account Closed: I would say.. can you save the tub and re-glaze and redo the tile on the wall can save you $1,000 or more just on materials and labor..

They buy properties, do not know the area put substandard upgrades in the property then sell them for market value or try to and the property sits for a long time.

While the guarantee of income sounds great, it's only a percentage of the rent, typically up to 70% and the tenant has to pay the remainder.

I question if you recognize the work and risk necessary to succeed in the current local market.  

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