The neighbors most motivated to help are the ones who own their homes and pay attention to maintenance — they’re the ones who benefit by keeping property values high.You can also offer the neighbors a reward: if they save you $1000 in damages, giving them back $25 is a no-brainer.

it is always nice to see people pay attention.

Definitely be sure to pay special attention to Patrick's post about all the other expenses you need to factor in and the 50% rule.And even though you're the property manager, you should still factor the cost in (and maybe actually pay yourself)!

This topic doesn't seem to receive a whole lot of attention from BP.

True, and it's why the US is getting so much international REI attention.

I generally don't pay too much attention to what the current rent is and focus more on what market rent is.

thanks again for all your hard work & attention to details with these renovations. 

Landlord training programs are not available in every city, however there is one in Milwaukee which has received national attention and is cited in the U.S.

Pay special attention to section 11 "SPECIAL PROVISIONS".

I'll keep posting my findings on crowdfunding sites, as I am visiting >5 each week.Several sites have been very responsive by phone and email, some of the closest attention to customer feedback I've experienced in 20+ years involved with web services.