I wanted to share a few strategies that have really worked for us when it comes to maximizing ROI on rental properties.

They want you to bring an offer based on its existing condition.  

It sounds like you're on the right track!

Start flipping on the side  and once that experience is on par and you have determined you like it, then move on it.

A tenant moved in on the 25th, so I prorated their first month's rent.

Quote from @Lisa Broderick: Crazy that anyone would think that's a good investment.I learned what I needed to know by reading a few books and asking questions online.

After years of educating myself on real estate, I'm eager to finally jump in and do a small deal out of state.

We are actively searching for firms or individuals who specialize in property sourcing, as well as those who offer risk analysis/advisory services.The markets we are focusing on for purchasing are Georgia, Florida, Texas, and Michigan.

Unfortunately, I don't think it's realistic that you will find a generic commercial lease online that checks all the compliance boxes for your state, city, and county.There are limited service property managers that will do retail tenant placement (rather than full property management, which it seems like would be overkill for this one commercial unit you manage), and this would be included as part of that basket of services.You could also hire a lawyer, but I think that property management company will be more cost effective. 

Based on the 1% rule, this doesn’t seem to make sense.However, the city and area we live in retain property value because of the schools, community, and location.