That is a very common partnership strategy, but it gets dicey a lot, especially with family.

In any event in my area the most common municipal utilities are garbage and sewer which are flat fees and I include those in the rents which is the norm in my market. 5.

•Challenges & Opportunities: What are some common challenges that investors face in this market, and are there any unique opportunities right now?

At settlement what is sold is the beneficial interest in the trust rather than the property itself.On paper the lender just sees a common estate planning tactic rather than a sale of the property.

I look forward to learning as I go, but I'd also love to hear your advice and common mistakes to avoid.

Common concerns in pre-1940s buildings include outdated plumbing, old electrical systems, and structural issues that could be costly to bring up to modern standards.

In terms of my background, we have four properties all in the same vacation rental market and we most commonly book through VRBO.

This comes with time and experience but a book that helped me tremendously (not really a sales book, though) was "Boundaries" by Henry Cloud.The most common challenges for RE Agents early relate to generating leads and focusing on income producing activity.I would consider spending 50-75% of your side-hustle time on income generating activities. 

While some may prefer a single treatment, opting for an annual plan with quarterly visits often pays off, especially if termites are common in your area.

First, yes, this is a very common form of agent marketing.