but it's really, really tough right now as there is limited inventory, tremendous competition for deals, money is expensive, and good contractors are booked up.the equity in your home is an example of very expensive money. 

Real estate is tough when you are trying to live off of the cash flow/income.

Even though it’s tempting to get a head start on the roof due to the weather, having workers in the property while the seller is still living there can create complications.

But this is tough to tell and harder to find once installed.Frustrating situation because I haven't found a ton of great problem-solving for snap/click floor once installed, it's all about preparation and installation and then you're usually stuck unless you pull up and replace completely which isn't necessary in your case.

California can be tough!

Then consider training up someone in one of the homes to take over management.Great start, you just have to continue the plan.Denton is often tough to find the right house or right situation. 

Tenant base is tough.

The issue with RUBS is that it is fluid and it hinges on the # of occupants and this poses issues: 1) A child uses less than an adult; 2) a worker from home uses more than one that drives to work; 3) A couple may have a child during tenancy which they fail to divulge; 4) friends and family may visit for a few days during holidays.... etc. etc. etc.  --- and... these issues become issues for the other Tenant and then turns you into the constant 'utility police' because you constantly have to monitor # of occupants... eww. 50/50 is simple and simply understood and 100% while vacant is also simply understood.

Managing out-of-state rentals can be tough, but having a solid local property manager helps a ton.

I've been considering trying to build one on a plot lans but I'm having a tough time determining construction costs, and financing options.