You have to network, and listen, and show up at the right places, at the right time, seek out the right people, put yourself in the right positions. 

I am interested in getting these loans to put solar in, taking the tax credit and deductions up front, and then paying back the loan over a 20 year period. 

It was a balancing act on my end, I had to buy furnishings that were tough enough to keep up with the abuse of my guests, but affordable enough to not break the bank.I have put together a list of items for when I purchase a new STR, and would be glad to send it your way if you want to PM me.

I would start with a written violation and demand they clean up their act or move out.

Before you buy, make sure to get the latest rent roll (a breakdown of what tenants are actually paying in rent), the tenant ledger (which shows their payment history—whether they’re paying on time or carrying a balance), and of course, a copy of each lease agreement.Too many investors rely on what the seller says, which often doesn’t match up with what the tenants are doing.

Set up some keywords so that posts that interest you will be directed to your email.

Here are some tips on doing comps when you do them:1. use the same bed count, go up or down a half bath2. start at a 1/2 mile radius from your target house (expand 1/2 mile each time to get more comps)3. start at 3 months back (expand 3 months more each time to get more comps)

My Lowest possible property purchase price would be $68,750, with 20% down payment and we can allow up to a 2% seller credit attached.We can connect if you would like to learn more.

They ended up settling that case for something like $380k.

It's his business, his job site, etc. so it's up to him who to use on what part of the project.