That way you can tap into the equity in addition to some cash flow resulting from the low interest payment. 2. 1031 exchange: what would you buy as your next property?

In addition, we had to pay all the closing costs, which rounded up to $4,000.

That being said, if you have 20 properties you want to see it might be nice to send them a gas card (broker permitting) in addition to their commission.

Feel free to DM me if you have any additional questions. 

Something we are currently cautious of is since this would be our first tenant, we are taking on an additional amount of risk due to credit & background would be unknown.

QuickBooksQuickBooks can be a good option for tracking the financial aspects of your deals, such as downpayment, funding sources, mortgage details, and cash flow.Pros:Widely used, with robust reporting features.Can track both income and expenses, making it easier to manage the financial health of your properties.Offers integrations with banks and lending institutions for easier transaction tracking.Cons:There might be a learning curve if you're not familiar with accounting software.May require customization or additional apps to track all the specific real estate details you mentioned.3.

If the water bill is $100 a month, increase the price by 20% (or whatever you decide is fair) to compensate you for the time required to split and bill and to cover additional use when tenants squander the utility.

Your local PHA may also have resources to help match landlords with eligible tenants.The PHA must approve the lease agreement, ensuring it complies with Section 8 rules and rent limits.Pros:Guaranteed Rent Payments (sometimes even 100% based on certain tenant criteria)High demand for Section 8 rentals, which can reduce vacancy periods.Many Section 8 tenants prefer to stay long-term, reducing turnover rates.Cons:Properties must meet and maintain HUD's health and safety standards, which can involve additional maintenance and inspection requirements.The PHA limits how much rent you can charge, which may be lower than the market rate in some areas.Tenants must qualify for Section 8 based on income level and other factors, which may limit the pool of potential renters.Dealing with government agencies can sometimes be time-consuming and bureaucratic.In summary, converting your home into a Section 8 rental can be a good strategy for attracting and maintaining long-term tenants due to the stability and reliability of government-backed rent payments.

I'd let the property management company know that your insurance company denied the claim you filed and have them contact their property management insurance (E &O) in addition to sending you the contact information to their insurance agent's name, contact information, and policy number. 

But certain areas like mortgage lending are hurting, bad, and we are seeing areas of additional risk-taking to try to make additional $.