I’m especially interested in value-add opportunities where I can renovate and increase equity.I’m here to learn from experienced investors, connect with like-minded people, and share my journey along the way.

Could be self inspection (photos) but it's not uncommon and most are done by third party inspection companies.

They could self manage for several years, using the rental income, until the next phase of their retirement.If they have a decent amount of financial discipline, they may want to get a HELOC now before they build to get the most favorable rate.

Apartment buildings, assisted living facilities, self storage, restaurants... 

In 12 months your payment should drop $500/mo minus next year’s tax increase divided by 12. 

Hi all,Posted on biggerpockets my first deal back in 2011, this forum gave me the confidence to get it done. 

Random example from this week:Sell at a loss or rent at a lossOn the other hand, if you are willing to put some time in by traveling to the market, spending time getting a network set up, screening dozens or even hundreds of properties, and taking the time to get set up right, you increase your chance of success.  

Low vacancy, tax increase, interest rate increases and insurance increases.

Then you can self-manage and learn all about tenants, contractors, etc. 

I currently self manage so I don't have systems/team.