@Eli Joffe the most general but applicable advice in your situation is to start focusing on high cash-flow properties with low equity growth potential in the beginning in order to have the cash to boot strap.Once you have a few properties under your belt, then start phasing in nicer homes which tend to be lower cash-flow with higher equity growth potentialThe former helps you boot-strap using more labor and the latter helps build wealth more passively and with less tenant struggles.

For the flip side we currently still do mail (less though), less calling, reasonable amount of ppc and youtube videos. 

Have had it happen in personal houses before, it was usually due to humidity in cities with high, high humidity. 

During the past 10 years, we have worked with a variety of large institutional clients in all phases of SFR including: acquisition/disposition, renovations, leasing and management.However, Auben's model is deeply rooted in a strong local presence in each market.Our goal is be local, while also offering an institutional grade service and back-end support.I am excited to welcome two new divisions into the Auben ecosystem as of January 2024, Auben Capital Partners and Auben Development.

Its high level, but just meant to persuade the next step of due diligence.I disagree with the Columbus broker, so take it for what its worth.

I'd highly suggest getting involved in local real estate meetups.

@Jonathan Orr  My husband and his partner were also “referred” to this lender, as well as another highly sus lender by a self proclaimed “creative finance real estate investor”.  

A haggler on intake may be a harbinger of things to come.Greasy grates should have been delt with on the turn.https://www.tiktok.com/@vanesamaro91/video/ Good Luck!

Purchase price: $485,000 Cash invested: $10,000 High Visibility Corner Retail Location. 3800 sq ft, 2 story building.Potential NOI valuation (after repairs, finishing) = $1.4MDue Diligence happening now, seeking Qualified Cash Buyer

I'm looking to invest the extra money into high cash flowing assets to take some pressure off.