Your advice has been very valuable to me, so it pains me to respectfully disagree.

I spend about half my time here in Reno so its not as painful.

Oh, primary house is in a flood zone and we had a major incident during IDA but our house was raised so meant to deal with floods so no damage but more a pain in the *** so concerned about dealing with that with renters or if more climate issues happen, could impact future value of the home.Would love any thoughts or ideas!

Number two is getting fire hazard insurance (get a quote today it will give you chest pains).

Everyone complains about tenant issues, but we've found neighbors to be a way bigger source of pain.

It wasn't super painful, but could've make our first year better.

Learn to serve others to and don’t focus on the money part so heavily, that will come with time if you are helping others solve their pain points.  

Every person above who said to read in detail is absolutely correct - it is a painful lesson to learn, though.

My tenant just moved out after a painful experience with her. 

Account ClosedThanks so much for sharing, lead source is so critical and it seems to be where the most pain is felt early on.