the realtor was supposed to have changed the pictures a little and we just added the aerial shots a friend did for us.

very important, i have student rentals next to a college, the college expanded and added dorms, all was good for 2 years after, then enrollment went down. the college changed it's policy and instead of just Freshman being required to stay at dorms they made it so that Freshman and Sophomores had to stay in dorms, took a big hit on the town rental. you need to figure that Sophomore year is a big year for student rentals, kids start to drop out after that year, so those would be your biggest rental.

Or should I wait and have my own agent arrange to see the property (it's also a friend so they're going to help be an extra set of eyes on the investment also).

Just a few months ago I had no team but I have since put in a lot of work networking and have added a few key members.I would be interested in what you plan to focus your strategy on.

If anyone is looking for an extra hand and you're in the Los Angeles area, I would be more than happy to help.

Hey Chris Adding value will help boost an appraisal.

And @Gail Kaitschuck I will be adding some supporting 4x4" posts and sistering the existing roof trusses with 2x6"'s, along with getting the roof done (stripped and re-shingled).  

If the tenant will not grant access, your state certainly has laws on the books that provide the seller with the ability to post a notice in the door and come with law enforcement ad a locksmith to gain access.

Some different ways that have worked for me are writing tailored letters to property owners who's property fit what I'm looking for (ie pitched roof, mostly brick, etc), sending emails and calling for rent ads on Craigslist and seeing if they are interested in selling.  

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