I am happy to produce this new recording with Ashley Kehr and Tony Robinson on the Real Estate Rookie podcast!

Thanks for the insight on prepackaged contracts.

How are expenses so high on this property?

Google LLC announced Aug. 15 plans to invest more than $1 billion in Texas this year, its latest strategic goal focused on supporting cloud and data center infrastructure.Some of that investment will go directly into the technology giant’s data center campuses in Red Oak and Midlothian, both south of Dallas, which are helping the company meet the increasing demand for cloud and artificial intelligence services.

Marcus, you're spot on about the importance of embracing an investor mindset in real estate.

A spreadsheet has its place in your daily operations and tracking efforts, but I highly recommend starting with a software like QuickBooks Online to track your expenses in a more formalized manner.

@Vishal ChandanRecommend exploring as many sources as possible to get referrals AND cross-reference them to get as much accurate information as possible.Check out NARPM.com, BP’s Property Manager Finder (BiggerPockets: The Real Estate Investing Social Network), etc.Also, encourage you to learn from the mistakes of others - by reading posts here on BiggerPockets about owners not having their expectations met by their current Property Management Company.

If you had a paid off rental house, and others with mortgages, and you wanted to use the equity in the paid off rental for a cash offer on another property, how would one do that if the DTI ratio doesn't work due to having too much credit utilization with the addition of the new loan.

The folks staying in your unit want a seamless transition to their new living quarters, and the person paying wants an easy way to cross out that line on their to-do list.

Alternatively, can I get pre-approved online or with my bank and go from there before shopping between lenders?