My houses are just a vehicle for making money, no more no less, and the more landlords that don't rent to anyone who has a pet, the more rare and desirable my places become. 

I didn't budget for that or a new parking lot, but I went ahead with both and finished it right.

I didn't budget for that or a new parking lot, but I went ahead and finished it right.

We spent a little more on this deal upfront, but we had sufficient capital and the numbers still made sense so we decided to go ahead.

The only vehicles which cannot lose face value are CD's, online FDIC savings accounts (Ally, Discover, etc) and TIPS purchased from the US Treasury Directly (TreasuryDirect.gov).

Key consideration--I think you're going to need to your financing lined up ahead of time for Ten-X given their business model.The real answer IMO is to reach out to local brokers who cover whatever markets you're interested in and get on their mailing lists.

@Jessica M mogardoGo ahead and look for a new realtor after this one.

One thing to remember, is even if you find the best property management company in the world, you will still need to be involved in the asset management..it is not a 100% passive vehicle as many people think.

Account Closed - Hi Roger - curious to see if you went ahead with the condotel purchase?

Buy something where you can do a quick, but good flip, and get it finished well ahead of the market slow down for the fall.