While other clients prefer the Northside or are looking at the gentrifying Near West Side & others that want to live in the suburbs.

Do you have any geographic locations that you prefer to invest in? 

These minor tweaks won’t cost you much, and I’ve seen them help properties in Phoenix and Chicago stand out, even when the paint is a tad faded.So what’s your take - do you think guests these days actually prefer a hint of authenticity over a picture-perfect exterior?

All the markets you mentioned are solid choices for affordability and long-term growth potential.If you’re looking to narrow it down, consider Indianapolis or Columbia, SC, as both have strong rental demand, landlord-friendly laws, and stable economies.

However, if you have the time and prefer to source properties on your own, I would highly recommend the following strategies:Connect with probate attorneysVisit property auctions: These happen monthly and, surprisingly, aren’t saturated with investors.Cold callingTarget LLC owned properties: Over the years we have seen an influx of companies purchasing SF for rentals/long-term holds and they failed to account for property taxes and an increase in new construction coming to the market.

So, some food for thought.Trusts seem to be the preferred method of liability and asset protection among the wealthy.  

There are buyers that prefer any combination.

Personally I’d stick with SFR or at 4 units or less for preferred financing and to reduce risk of the exchange failing.

Asana and Monday are indeed popular choices, but one tool that's come through for me has been this performance tracking tool.

The areas to be painted and the choice of colors will be agreed upon by the Lessor before painting begins.