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Kansas City Section 8: One Xbox Controller Away From a Burned-Down House

James Wise#4 All Forums Contributor
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Kansas City Section 8: One Xbox Controller Away From a Burned-Down House

Kansas City Section 8 landlords already deal with enough headaches, but fire safety is one of those things you cannot ignore. If your tenants keep pulling batteries out of the smoke detectors for remotes, toys, Xbox controllers or whatever else, that small problem can turn into a burned-down rental property real fast. In markets like Kansas City, Cleveland, Pittsburgh and Detroit, successful Section 8 investing is not just about collecting guaranteed rent. It is about inspections, maintenance, tenant management and staying ahead of the dumb stuff that can cost you everything.