Research styles and come up with a game plan for paint, stain and furniture. 

This needs to be highlighted in the lease and acknowledged by them.Security Deposits: You can’t use their security deposit for routine cleaning, but if they leave things in bad shape beyond normal wear and tear, it’s fair game to deduct cleaning costs.I’d start by having a straightforward talk with them about the importance of keeping things clean for health reasons and property preservation.

I’m one year in the game.

As long as your out of pocket expense every month is equal to or less than what it would be if you rented somewhere else then you are still technically ahead of the game.

The only way to lose the game is to run out of cash.

Easy to buy, not as fun when you sell.Might also study up on CTA....no more shell games....My guess is you need to hook them up with one of your great attorneys to get them an LLC and also find them a bank that will allow them to open a bank account. 

Need Game room, hot tub, so on..

Hi, I am a newbie investor who is playing the slow game in buying a primary, rehabbing, then turning into a rental or selling every 2 years.

Ultimately, it depends on whether you want to lock in gains now or play the long game.

Hey my name is Dontay Phillips I am new to the realestate game.