More Stringent Lending Conditions: Some traditional commercial lenders, specifically local and regional banks, have been pulling back and tightening their lendingCONCLUSION: Asset prices are under pressure as required refinances over the next 18 months push owners to accept less favorable terms or give up equity to private real estate lendors3.

The property required extensive interior and exterior renovations to reach rent-ready condition.

Require a higher security deposit. 6.

Just requiring proof of identity will stop many of these scammers in their tracks. 

I have heard good things about KBKG and they have an online tool for cost basis of 600k and under https://www.kbkg.com/residential-costsegregator I personally used CSSI and they were awesome https://costsegregationservices.com/ but don't offer DIY.Hope that helps!

To determine which loan offers the greatest deal for your investment, compare interest rates, periods, and down payment requirements from many lenders.Networking and Support: Connect with local real estate agents, investors, and property managers in the Portland area who can provide guidance, advice, and support throughout your investment journey.

@Yiyi Zhang  if you look at property records either online or at the courthouse, for each property besides providing the property address, it also provides the mailing address of the owner. 

Most properties take a few years to appreciate and cash flow well.Replacing a $60,000 annual salary would require around 50 rental units, assuming $200/month net cash flow per unit after all expenses if self-managing.

People online like to paint rosy pictures about how much money their short-term rental makes.

The original budget was $25,000, but we hired a contractor who did subpar work, requiring us to hire another contractor to redo everything.