I would recommend listening to podcasts that are dedicated to real estate and MF specifically, read the books and research online anything you can find on Multifamily because for the most part, MF owners are not your average mom & pop.

We invest, dedicate our life and take on all the risk to make money, not solve affordability issues.

@Kanica GoodenI respect your drive and dedication, keep it up!

And your dedicated to reach that point to where a lot of BP investors are.

We plan to implement the value-add strategies below: To achieve Class A rents, we will complete a moderate cosmetic renovation with a focus on the kitchen and bathrooms (based on our competitive set research).To increase and diversify revenue, we will convert the lower level to an individual unit with a dedicated entrance that can be leased separately.To lower ongoing operating expenses, we will install a more efficient HVAC system, and upgrade the building envelope.”Team/Management – a clear understanding of who holds ultimate accountability for each portion of the SOW is a must-have ingredient for a well-executed project.

It covers costs to mail out postcards or letters, it covers their costs to acquire a list, and their time dedicated to taking calls, negotiating the deal and building their buyer’s list.

NOLO has one of the best Landlording books available and it covers 49 states; California is so heavily regulated that they have an entire book dedicated just to that state.

There are mixed reviews on whether this is a positive or a negative, but if the other factors have been met, this is another great sign you've found a company dedicated to providing a quality product and resident to manage.Also, even though some of the prices look like there is a premium in price point, you have to find the value in the services being provided: Extensive research in the sub markets in their city, leasing services, value add to the property, and property management.What are your real estate investment goals?

I will make sure to have some time to look at areas to invest in also, but this trip is dedicated to finding a house and neighborhood for me and my wife to live in. 

Once you have leases signed and tenants ready to move in you would need a dedicated landlord policy.