You might need legal advice to ensure this process goes as smoothly as possible.

It's not about being nit-picky—it’s about ensuring the property is safe for residents.

All of us Buffalonians are bullish on the Buffalo market and the Bills, but we have fairly biased opinions LOL!

But you want your policies to be fairly firm. 

Keep detailed records of payment dates and amounts and consult a tax professional to ensure this strategy aligns with your overall tax planning. 

Yeah fair enough.

I check in on the job to ensure that things are being done the way I want them done.If there are issues, the contractor lets me know and we discuss how we're going to handle it.

Ensure you thoroughly evaluate the lease terms and have a strategy to manage potential delays in finding a buyer.Best regards, Stevan

But, whatever you put in, you get it back fairly quickly.

Additionally, have a clear budget, factoring in potential repair costs, and ensure you understand the rules about earnest money deposits and closing deadlines.LLC for Real Estate Investing: Forming an LLC for rental properties can offer liability protection and may provide tax advantages, though the tax benefits are non-existence for rentals.