Any tips for a newbie getting started it this?

Does anyone have any tips for finding accredited investors? 

The HUD guidelines suggest a certain rent amount, but after inspections, the figure came back significantly lower than expected.Additionally, do you have any general tips for working within the bureaucracy of the Section 8 program?

.#1 tip I'd give if you're buying existing (or building) is to call the assessor and ask specifically what the new assessment will be after improvements.

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Appreciate any tips, insights, or experiences you can share to help guide me through this process!

thank you for the tip!

Any tips for finding cash buyers?

Negotiation tip #47, make it as simple as possible for the other party to accept your terms.

So I would caution everyone to make sure the replacement cost for your improvements will realistically cover your actual replacement cost in the event of a total loss.