In marketing its true that great data makes getting sellers to respond easier, but an investor who invests in 6-8 mailings, SMS touches over 8 mo to a year, consistently hits a list pulled once some 8 mo prior, repeat mailings, will get deals too. 

Investors can anticipate potential monthly cash flow income that may be tax sheltered using depreciation.

Nevada is landlord friendly, lower property taxes, lower entry prices, and close to SF. 

She had moved in before we bought the condo, and the equipment change was required for the cable TV and internet service to continue as the prior owner would of course cancel their account after closing. 

Leader of Real Estate Investment Firm Admits Role in $658 Million Ponzi Scheme and Multimillion-Dollar Tax Evasion ConspiracyAnyone heard of these guys?

It says that if you live in your Home for 2 out of 5 years that you can Sell it for up to $250,000 Tax-free.

If so, then it should be a tax free sale.

You need to get your own insurance quote, understand what YOUR tax bill will be (will the assessor revalue the property to purchase price right away?)

Check the meter reading on prior months bill and check the water meter on the day they move out.

I’m also fine with breaking even as the STR is more of a tax play for me.