Dec 11th. 2pm-3:30pmWe have 3 spots left for the All Levels Mastermind Meeting:DEC. 11th Long Beach 2-3.30pm

So, I have spent a little extra $'s on the Nest products with an Internet On The Go hot spot device in each home.The thermostat looks great...but does not bring in additional revenue : ( It does allow me to advertise the "smart" device though : ) And it also allows me to control the thermostat remotely if the the property became vacant.Their other product, the Nest Protect (co/smoke detectors), allows me to see if the batteries are still working in the units remotely and can get a notice if an alarm goes off.

Tom is correct, that the only way to get out of the flood plain area is to have what is called a "spot elevation report" done by a surveyor.

https://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/52/topics/82174-ultimate-guide-to-tenant-screening-and-renting-your-houseI have them see the place (most in my area are already familiar with the location, but if they are not, have them drive by and call back if interested), and if they are interested they get an application to fill out on the spot, or fax or e mail back to me.

Troy is spot on.

Are there any examples of things I should be extra careful for to spot these type of patches?

You're spot-on about many of the resources I listed having a conflict of interest.

I have to agree with many that say MikeOH is spot on...

That way you spot any problems at the earliest possible point, which is when they are easiest and least costly to fix.Good luck and congratulations!

@Ali Amir @Steven Hamilton II is spot on.