Or somehow deducting from deposits the constant AC repair costs?

What we are pointing out is that this is a view of the market that changes constantly.

The right move is for folks to have 3 income streams + SS going into retirement. 401k/IRA, Real Estate, 1 other business.

This helps you avoid vacancies and turnover costs.Other Revenue Streams→ Implement pet rent or additional fees for amenities or services (like parking, laundry, or appliance rentals).

i must've missed it when i dozed off from her constant recitals of the snippets they got her to memorize during debate prep.

@Lucas MoralesIf you have coin op laundry in the building as well make sure you have a machine that gives quarters as I have had people use the vending machine to get their quarters for laundry and you have to constantly restock it.Personally I would say it’s not worth it unless you are far from grocery / convenience store.

I'd recommend David Green's book on the topic: https://www.amazon.com/Buy-Rehab-Rent-Refinance-Repeat/dp/B0...I also did a long live stream on it a while back that you might find helpful: 

Does anyone have suggestions for how to provide streaming TV watching options for STR where free local digital channels are not available?

But while I currently live OOS, removing the mental burden of guest communication or constantly being "on-call" is something I realize now how much I value.

I personally know folks that have lived in their homes for 20-25 years but have constantly refinanced (and used that money for other things), so they don't have much equity.