Additionally, it would be greatly appreciated if you could share addendum to include in the lease regarding the ESA animal.The building has carpeting all over and we have a no pet policy.

Communication and establishing expectations is key here.

JustinWith 500K cash, I would use most of it for one building if you can find a good cash-flowing one and the rest can be kept as reserves and/or private money lending.

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Quote from @Brooke Roundy: I have a four unit building in Cleveland, one unit is an STR listed on Airbnb and the rest are LTRs.

They aren't super communicative, and I’d like to get a leased signed for September 1 asap. 

PM's I have vetted so far: Solid Rock (Tina) said they do not accept properties build before 2000 at this time. 

@Pat QuarantoInvesting will take a certain level of knowledge at every step and you can do this or build a trusted team.

Considering how much I enjoy meeting new people and communicating, the STR approach has been successful and enjoyable Now we are pursuing our second investment property and are considering a property which needs some TLC and has large value added potential, considering that its in a prime location on the oceanfront.

@Cory WaldronStarting real estate investing requires finding a mentor, networking with professionals, building a team, and educating yourself through books, podcasts, and online courses.