Neighbours have thanked me many times for turning it around and how smoothly I ran it.I take no crap from any tenant, you are building a culture and if they sense your weak they will push you.

And so when they go to sell their first deal, its about a smooth as your first time doing, well, whatever you did after prom. 

@Tiffany Porter it was good, the whole process was pretty smooth, from the first funding, to all of the rehab draws, I would recommend them.

In some areas in my market Section 8 will pay $200.00 more than you might be able to get "open market" one of the benefits aside from HAKC picking up a portion or all of the rent is that Section 8 will adjust the subsidized amount should circumstances change in the tenants life ex: loss of job , injury etc , I have not had a lot of issues with section 8 tenants in general , yes there is a yearly inspection but it’s not as bad as a lot of people make it out to be generally if the house is in fair condition , no peeling paint and is safe you shouldn’t have any issues, the biggest issue I have had with Section 8 is actually getting the process started ex : turning in paper work , processing the voucher, paperwork getting misplaced at the main office , so I say with a word of caution turn in everything at once , make copies , and keep your fingers crossed , once the checks start coming don’t give them any reason to touch the file unless absolutely necessary , I might be being a little over dramatic but I have quite a few stories , but once the payments start coming it’s smooth sailing from there !

Is it me, or are a lot of writers using their books to broadcast how overly impressed they are with themselves?

Works smoothly so far.

I would certainly not due it.Things don't always go smooth and they may all come up stolen.

If the relationship is over no need to try to smooth it over- Let it go- Maybe his time to work with you and help you has reached its end.

Here is a summary of what I have gleaned:Building Attributes: one level, ground floor, elevator in multistory buildings, no steps, universal design, wider doorways, smooth floor coverings without throw rugs, chair height toilets, hand rails, grab bars, bathroom near bedroom, laundry in unit or close by, good lighting, less square footage to take care of but enough to comfortably move around and to entertain visitors, close to bus stops, close to medical facilities, close to activities that interest seniors, garden, front porches, backyard patios/decks, quiet, warm, safe.Landlord Attributes: respectful, attentive, face-to-face communication, willing to adjust speaking speed and volume as needed, willing to do things for tenants to keep them off ladders and step stools (change light bulbs, hang pictures, etc.), willing to adjust policies and procedures to accommodate needs (alternative ways to pay rent, use of telephone instead of texting, etc), genuine interest in seniors' wisdom and legacy, willing to check in on the safety and well being of residents, willing to assume responsibility for yard work, snow removal, and keeping outside pathways clear of debris, willing to help tenants connect with community services as the need arises (cleaning help, food prep programs, senior services, etc.), service oriented.

I don't expect everything to run 100% smoothly at all but I do expect it, if done properly to be a cash flow positive business from within the first 60 days of purchase.