I'm in Ohio and we see those lower loan amounts pretty regularly. 

I have been part of a regular meetup for a couple years now and it definitely helps ground you in your local market.

How would you recommend, or what resources would you refer for us to properly figure out how we spend our time and appropriately get compensated for it?

For instance, mismatched names, employment details, or salary figures should warrant further scrutiny.Urgency to Move In: Applicants who are unusually pushy about quick move-in dates may be attempting to bypass thorough checks.Reluctance to Provide References: Hesitation or refusal to provide contactable references from previous landlords or employers is a cause for concern.Cash Offers for Faster Move-In: Proposals to pay a significant amount up front, especially in cash, to expedite the moving process can sometimes indicate an attempt to avoid scrutiny.Unverifiable Identity: Difficulty in verifying the applicant’s identity through standard identification documents can indicate potential fraud.Tips to Mitigate Rental Application Fraud:Enhance Verification Processes: Implement stringent verification processes for employment, previous rental history, and identity.

It’s not just awkward—it can jeopardize trust, relationships, and, ultimately, the deal itself.Here’s how we ensure success:1️⃣ Weekly Syncs: Regular team check-ins to align on progress and updates.2️⃣ Shared Systems: Use tools like Slack or Asana for real-time collaboration.3️⃣ Transparency is Key: If you don’t know, say so.

Might be an additional cost there.If units are updated, capex items look good, leases and tenants look solid, and there are no other regular expenses besides the 5200 in insurance/property taxes then I like this deal.  

It seems like PSI has grown, a couple landscape companies that way either sold or partnered with PSI because these landscape companies no longer do snow removal and refer people to PSI.  

If you do not regularly file for evictions, you'd best retain an attorney. 

I was referring to Owner Occupied foreclosures in particular, when warning to stay away from foreclosures in certain states.I agree that door knocking would be the best way to get these deals down.

Hi Alex, I believe there is a Pittsburgh group that meets regularly but I would love to attend another gathering as long as time/place works.