Everything is functional (new HVAC, ok roof, good appliances), just a bit out-of-date bathroom, kitchen, floor, very old kitchen cabinet.

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Properties of that type in that condition(fully functional but dated) were selling in the 40's, while fully remodeled version in the same area were trading at 90 to 100k.

If they press the matter, get a couple temperature data loggers to place at a central area on each floor so you can review the actual temps over a period of time, and be able to see the AC cycles as the temp rises and falls.You don't say what "other" maintenance requests they have been giving (generally, you should only be dealing with actual functional issues, nothing cosmetic or as a requested upgrade), but I might just advise them, in writing, that since they are clearly not happy here, you will let them out of their current term with no penalty if they can turn over the property and keys to you within 30 days.

You aren't respected, you risk your life and in some places the departments don't function right (corrupt).

In no way am I saying that wholesaling doesn’t work… It just that it sounds better on paper than it functions in real life.

My initial focus is to get the rental properties into proper structures with very robust insurance coverages, start the journey of actual tax planning, and protecting everything in general.

DravenIf the kitchen isn't functional, it will be a deal-breaker for a lot of people.

It is well made and fully functional and which I believe, would make and great Airbnb vacation rental.

We get elderly guests who don’t understand the smart function, so it’s the best of both worlds.