If we don't tell them we're the owner, they might start getting suspicious when they see us making these changes.The last thing we would want is for them to feel like we're being dishonest landlords, but we also want to maintain some boundaries and make it a little easier to enforce rules if need be.Thanks for your help!

It will spark conversations with people you didn't even think would have an interest in your services.You may be able to find a deal or 2 within your own sphere of influence.I see that you're a school principal so as long as it doesn't conflict with your position, I'd imagine that you have a lot of folks around you who trust you and your judgment.

Population growth is remaining strong, and since this was not a "hot" market in the last run-up, there is limited new supply.  

However, for the last couple years, their financial situation seemed got worse.

As long as you stay attentive to the emails and keep bugging you they will fix it. 

As long as you don't mind a couple extra emails in your inbox, get on people's buyers lists so you can see what is out there.

How long does it take to realize that's where these "gurus" make their money - they are marketers and maybe small investors on the side I spoke with one on the phone - I am curious and like to hear although I would never spend more than maybe 2k on a course.

For me, I can see that the searches in my area are 1/3rd of what it was last year, but the booked properties have a much higher rate than I do.

If I proceed with adding one unit, around 1500 sqft, the construction and approval costs may amount to approximately $450K, which would bring the total property value to around $1.35 million.Given that some three-unit properties in Canton have sold for less than $1 million in the last two years, I'm uncertain whether adding this one unit and renting it out would be a wise investment.My questions are:Is adding a single unit worth the investment considering the current market trends in Canton, MA?

The core 4 is David Greene’s long-distance investing strategy and consists of a realtor, contractor, property manager, and lender. https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/core-four-real-estate-tea...