.🧑‍🔧 Contractor Labor & Supplies – Any materials or hired help for property improvements.🚗 Mileage/Travel – When traveling to inspect or manage rental properties (keep mileage logs).💻 Office Supplies & Software – Including bookkeeping tools, printers, and even part of your home office.Creative Ways to Give Back — and Still SaveGiving back can also be tax-deductible when done thoughtfully:🎁 Tenant Appreciation Gifts: Small gifts such as gift cards, snacks, or holiday baskets (under $25 per tenant per IRS rules) can be deductible as a business expense.🏘️ Community Donations: Contributing to local charities, shelters, or community events near your property may be tax-deductible if donated to a registered nonprofit (501(c)(3)).🧤 Property Improvement Drives: Donating old appliances, furniture, or materials from renovations to nonprofit organizations like Habitat for Humanity can qualify as a charitable deduction.Pro Tip:Before December 31st, review your receipts, invoices, and bank statements.

.• And yes, I regularly connect clients with investor-friendly agents, property managers, and insurance pros in the area.If you’d like, we can set up a quick call or Zoom to talk through what you’re looking for and get you pre-approved.– David Stephens

Feel free to contact me and can supply any contacts you may need.

It's important to note, there are two big economic factors that contribute to declining rents (supply & demand).

Reporting is regular and sufficient.

Do they offer high octane upgrade for regular price?

I'm also regularly seeing other investors buy below 70% ARV straight off the MLS and below 50% ARV off-market for houses around the median which is $825k here as of Q2.

@Matheus SouzaInvesting in out-of-state markets like Cleveland and Columbus can offer accessible entry points for first-time investors seeking multifamily properties with your budget constraints.Insights on Cleveland: The multifamily market in Cleveland is showing signs of stabilization in 2025, with rebounding demand following a period of supply adjustments.

Adding the ability to run sensitivity analyses for ARV, rehab costs, or holding period can help flippers stress-test deals and make the tool valuable for regular use.

.--- Also see if city water dept can supply daily useage reports.