I may never buy a building with iron pipes again Did you work with any real estate professionals (agents, lenders, etc.) that you'd recommend to others?

I would always recommend using an LLC to protect yourself.

Was just aiming to share some useful tips for anyone getting started, without asking for anything.

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If this was your primary residence, I would highly recommend selling within 3 years of converting to a rental to maintain the section 121 tax free gain on sale of a primary residence (250k exclusion for single and 500k married). 

The agent recommended I talk with my current agency and get the renewal adjusted to reflect the property was occupied.I took the advice and reach out to Goosehead (my current agency).

@Kiley Boss, I recommend going a slightly different route.

I would recommend exploring Orlando and the West coast.

I don't want to recommend the college courses because I don't think they will have enough practical information in them.

I would recommend going that route but just make sure you do your due diligence first, ask for referrals and understand their renting policy.Hope this helps!