Any buyer willing to pay a $10k assignment fee up front is going to close. 

My water company only pays a visit if you're not using water.

And, a minority of landlords will experience tenants who stay put for years or decades paying under market rent.

I’ll start my search in December 2024 and would love to connect with folks who have insights or knowledge about these areas.Looking forward to making connections and learning from this awesome community.Best, Eddie

There are great tenants willing to pay market rate.

Pay attention to clauses related to payment schedules, handover dates, and penalties..By keeping these factors in mind and conducting thorough due diligence, investors can make informed decisions and mitigate risks when investing in off-plan properties in Dubai.

I don’t want to mess around with homeowner grade stuff from Lowe’s or whatnot, and am willing to pay a fair amount to start getting these under control  professionally. 

(would be easy to do because I have everything already in a spreadsheet)2) When do we actually pay this? 

It sounds as if you're not happy with the asset, the size, the unit mix, and its performance.You could wait until rates drop, and find someone willing to pay a higher price than now.

I have 6 rentals that break even and do not cash flow but help with depreciation but also plan to pay off in next 15 years.