In that case I write off the lost rent as cost of doing business, but I prefer that to the expense and hassle of an eviction, which typically ends up costing us more and takes longer, even though Milwaukee is still pretty landlord-friendly.I have also done cash for keys, but typically very conditional. 

Similar to conferences but typically on a much smaller scale.

I've made that mistake in the past and agree that it's not typically a tactful strategy.

Rates can be very similar to those of conventional financing (Fannie/Freddie - full doc loans that you will need to prove income to get), but typically a little higher than conventional financing. 2nd - Networking and partnerships! 

Quote from @Otis Clayton: Quote from @Jake Baker: @Otis ClaytonWe typically fund with a combination of Hard Money and Private Money. 

"In a 2016 paper, Mark Zandi, chief economist at Moody’s Analytics, estimated that full privatization of Fannie and Freddie would cost the typical American taking out a new mortgage $1,200 annually.

I typically plan for 5% of my rents to be saved for vacancy.

Hi Evan,I would recommend annual rent increases that align with cost of living - assuming you are currently at or near market.Residents typically expect a small increase and it's better to do it each year, rather than getting behind and having to do a large increase all at once.

The grass just looks greener.

Do you typically reevaluate your current returns based on the net equity you have in your properties?