Some investors prefer to start saving for these ASAP, while others plan to deal with them when they happen.The unknown is Maintenance costs, which are often dictated by how "hard" a tenant lives in a property.

These minor tweaks won’t cost you much, and I’ve seen them help properties in Phoenix and Chicago stand out, even when the paint is a tad faded.So what’s your take - do you think guests these days actually prefer a hint of authenticity over a picture-perfect exterior?

I’m considering having a lawyer send them a certified letter, though I know that will still come with a significant fee, which is still preferable to full service.

While other clients prefer the Northside or are looking at the gentrifying Near West Side & others that want to live in the suburbs.

Moreover, they'll push to close with their preferred closing attorney, which shouldn't necessarily be a deal killer.

However, if you have the time and prefer to source properties on your own, I would highly recommend the following strategies:Connect with probate attorneysVisit property auctions: These happen monthly and, surprisingly, aren’t saturated with investors.Cold callingTarget LLC owned properties: Over the years we have seen an influx of companies purchasing SF for rentals/long-term holds and they failed to account for property taxes and an increase in new construction coming to the market.

So, some food for thought.Trusts seem to be the preferred method of liability and asset protection among the wealthy.  

I don't know, that's a personal preference.

There are buyers that prefer any combination.

Many folks would I bet Personally, I have no price and prefer sleeping well at night haha  Jay knows an instance where my company was printing money “cleanly” but where in bed with an operator that wasn’t legit.Cut ties and cost us probably millions in doing so…