Once you have that machine built, tested, and working consistently, the problem becomes how do I get more dollars to stick into this machine.But, you are more likely to be successful building that machine, doing what you know and enjoy. 

For this to work, the policy has to use a non-direct recognition loan so that the money is literally working into places at one time.Now that you are at this point, you can put in any assumptions you want to test the model.

Ultimately this would make it one giant step toward my goal of having many doors so that a small increase in rent in most units results in a huge pay raise for me. :-)

Tenants don't usually lie about that sort of stuff, and it's an easy thing to be inconsistent so won't shock when tested. 

I started working on my real estate license and completed all the courses and now Im getting ready for the test.  

We install a french drainage system all around the house and get talked into raising the concrete in the house by about 5 inches.

I think the title company would also have accepted our personal check with the bank guarantee, but didn't have to test those waters.Sometimes small town life has its perks.

@Nate Burnett@Carl PettersonAn older article but confirms home values go up in Minneapolis when located near a light rail line.http://finance-commerce.com/2012/03/proximity-to-lrt-stations-raises-home-values-for-some/

If it passes that test then go pay for an inspection.All that should cost around $300-600 I'd imagine.- I'd suggest you find a local real estate atty if you want some documents to get it written up in with.

Clean floors tile or laminate is always best but if you have carpet make sure there are no stains and smells fresh.Landscaping and curb appeal raise rent to include servicesIt is difficult to rent a dated or unkept property when your competition is a much better choice.When I take on a new property to manage I front the cost for the owner taking it out of the first months rent so the owner is not out upfront money, as well the owner knows I will make it a priority to rent it quick as now I have cost to recoup.