Also does a lot of upkeep on the property and doesn’t ask for anything in return.

Limitless Real Estate Group LLC - Property ManagementWe handle every aspect of realty management - General maintenance and upkeep- Demo and rehab construction- Lease processing and renewals - Tenant selection- Screenings, background checks, deposit collections and lease agreements- Property repairs- Rent collection

If real estate takes up too heavy a weighting in your portfolio, then you'll be hurt more in a recession, deflation, hyperinflation, or depression.

Owner also has property tax, insurance, and outdoor upkeep.$78k annual rent with ability to add $1500 a month for vacant space.

Having a revolving credit card is the fasted way to push your scores up. keep your balance low and pay on time

An unrecorded Quit Claim Deed in Washington State carries the same weight as if it were recorded.

In fact I have all of my properties in trusts which makes my residents a part owner in the property and they are required to take care of all the upkeep and repairs on the property.

Doesn't necessarily need to be something monetary but even the possibility of hiring them for your properties could be value.After a couple times of doing these, you'll have a better understanding of the process... but there will still be variables (labor, materials, your exit strategy also carries weight as well, whether you're going to fix-and-flip to a retail buyer or rent it out.)

Some people suggest newer properties so there is less upkeep but definitely you are right - not in roughest area.3rd party property inspector - Are you referring to a property manager or appraiser? 

Those neighbors aren’t pulling their weight because good tenants pay market rents .