When you sell the property and gain the difference between the sale price and the cost to you, that's profit.Net profit to you on a rental is the cash flow. 

I've seen a lot of Allstate rental properties with ACV or market value coverage rather than Replacement cost and other tricks to reduce coverage levels.  

Austin Market Update: Still a Seller's Game, But Inventory Grows (April 2024)The Austin housing market continues its shift towards normalcy in April 2024.

Partner that with things learned on here, and you will be WAY ahead of the game. =)

Rising insurance costs are probably the number one driver right now of our overall expenses.

Capital raising is a long game, typically.  

If it’s a safety issue, I’ll of course make sure the premises are as safe as they were before any required maintenance was done, but she is now suggesting that if I don’t reimburse her for those specific anchors, I am violating fair housing laws for familial status and/or tenants rights regarding not incurring costs for required repairs.

Social media is a game-changer for real estate investors for better or worse, but which platforms do you think are the most effective?

Your ONLY cost in a rental is the cash you come up with. 

If it's beyond normal, do I just charge what it costs to fix it or do I have to discount the cost for "normal wear and tear"?