That's how mistakes are made and Landlords lose out.

As a result, I have probably made a ton of mistakes, and I may not be managing things the best way I could be...

While that could lead to price increases, it could also compound mistakes and errors that may lead to distressed scenarios.

I made the mistake of installing laminate flooring upstairs (where there was old dingy carpet).

I'm learning from others' mistakes, as well as re-learning the basic concepts of real estate investing (terminology, strategies, etc.).

In hindsight, buying that duplex was probably a mistake.

Something similar happened to me... essentially the lender made a mistake thinking I would get approved for 3.5% FHA on an owner occupied duplex, but underwriting came back and wanted a higher down payment.

What mistakes did they make when they were starting?

I’m making mistakes but most importantly learning as I go.

What mistakes do most people make when they buy their first rental property.