Hello beautiful people of BP,I've kinda toyed w/ the idea of 1031ing my current apartments if and only if the market allows me to pull out enough equity after the sale.

I have learned to avoid general contractors and anyone who is too cheap (eg "craigslist handymen" unless its like demo and hauling, etc.)  

I’ve just heard horror stories about renters’ kids flushing toys down the toilet or some nonsense like that.

If you are in for the long haul and stay consistent, it is only a matter of time!

I never reccomend Fulton to newbies unless they're in this for the long haul, are confident in their ability to score a killer deal with plenty of margin, and have enough of a war-chest to rise out their learning curve.

I would advise that you have them e-sign a document stating that they agree to stay in the property with the rent increasing from X to Y on the specific date.Regarding on the amount of the increase, that will depend on a ton of factors like what is the market rent there, is the current rent well below or above the market, is the tenant good, what is the condition of the property, etc. 

Some of them just need a trash haul or painted, etc.  

Something I can get into for the long haul.

Along with routes from say Denver to KC  across Texas etc etc Routes with long hauls and no population or cross traffic.

And blows my mind. try it you will like it.. or at least your wife will.. no more hauling laundry.