Hi everybody, The tenant in Manore Austin, just moved out and the carpet needs to be cleaned and we should paint the walls too.

Just like most of the BP contributors.The power of the 1031 allows you to move from "cone" to "cone" of opportunity geographically as Richard Mayberry said.  

Per his request we did clean some mildew / mold (small spot behind furniture ) and it has not grown back.  

Stainless steel is very hard to keep clean.

Or try to connect with other investors in your investment area, find a new pm and give them power of attorney in a limited use to fire and replace your current PM company.  

In addition, we bring our pressure washer and lawn tools, plan on pressure washing siding & treating/repairing decks and fences, painting outside doors & trim, cleaning dryer vents, re-caulk around tubs, etc., all the things that tenants never mention as it doesn't affect their lives but will cost us a lot if the PM does it and even more in the long run if it's neglected.    

@Veronica Brock Seller financing can be a powerful tool for both buyers and sellers.

The bank I'm using said they could not do this unless we linked the two accounts, which would give me full power over the tenants checking account.  

I have also heard that it is important to make sure you have clean hands as the first level of conduct is for them to assume you are involved as well and are reporting because of some "falling out" with the target. 

I often wonder if they were ever affected by the 'bomb' chemical residues as they apparently never bothered to steam clean the carpets or even have the vents cleaned.I recently saw the home again after the current owner gutted the lathe & plaster to upgrade the insulation, electrical etc.