Enter a maintenance request, assign a vendor, and attach a fake invoice.

I was getting interest rates that were slightly over 7% for a fixed, and I recently learned about the 5/6 ARM through my local credit bureau who I had financed my car through many years back.

Property managers over in  our direction don’t even get vendors out to do bids for a week or two after the vacancy.😢 

To do well, learn about real estate, make a strong plan, meet local investors, check the market, look into loan choices, start small then grow, stay ready for changes, and get advice from pros.Learn about market trends, loan options, and ways like renting out for long or short terms.

While I've been doing research, I would appreciate a local's hands-on perspective on the state of the market and potential areas to target.

All joking aside I spent two years on our local city's sign committee. 

I may get flack for saying this but there is a wealth of information available at little or no cost and local REIGs that can teach you about your local market. 

Have you considered a personal loan from a local credit union or from SOFI?

The standard for raising rent varies depending on local laws, regulations, and rental agreements.

I'm local in Grand Rapids as well so feel free to shoot me any questions you might have and I'll help you any way I can.