We both got lucky that the market stayed hot and allowed us to exit. 

I am looking at a condo that is located across the street from a Sonesta Suites extended stay hotel.

I do understand that not partnering pushes back your timeline substantially...I'm in the slow and steady wins the race and stay small, own it all camp, though. 

In those days it's not uncommon for tenants to stay for 20 to 30 years.I had another interesting rental episode with a tenant.

They’re such great tenants, they made us happy, and I wanted to keep them happy, so rent just stayed the same.

I am staying wondering why there is so little information on tax liens,  i read some books on notes and foreclosures but looks like a big secret here... maybe that's the reason... i need to go into this to find out :)

Stay focused and close on the property, do not let an out of the blue crime destroy a future REI and cash flow. 

Being clear about what you want to do from the start not only helps you stay on track, but it also makes it easier to spot problems or delays before they happen.I totally agree that talking to people is important.

It’s especially useful for prospecting foreclosures or expired listings.TruePeopleSearch (Free): If you’re working on a budget, this is a surprisingly helpful resource for quick lookups.That said, any platform can work if you use it consistently—it’s all about staying persistent.

This shifts the conversation from opinion to facts, which is harder to dispute.Keep Emotions Out of ItNegotiations can get tense, but staying calm and professional gives you the upper hand.