Some investors cash out when they want liquidity for new deals or need to reduce risk, especially if a tenant-buyer has a history of late payments.

The log requirement to track the hours hasn't changed so something from 4-5 years ago should still be applicable now.I would create an excel workpaper with 4-5 columnsColumn 1 = DateColumn 2 = Amount of hoursColumns 3 = Description of property worked onColumns 4 = Task performedYou can create 'drop-down' features to reduce the amount of repetitive phrases.

I personally invest in the Midwest, but many of the same fundamentals apply: know your tenant/guest demand, stress test your numbers, and build a local team you trust.

The last thing you want is to find out on delivery day that the new unit doesn’t fit through the front door.It might cost a bit more upfront than coordinating separate contractors, but a reliable local supplier who knows you’re an investor will usually go the extra mile and save you repeat trips and stress.

I spent 15 years in corporate sales, but was tired of having a traditional boss and got myself into a solid financial position to be able to do so without taking on the stress of a commission-only career (as someone with a wife, a mortgage, and two kids). 

If you’re working on keeping your DTI healthy by reducing debt, boosting income, or restructuring loans you’ll be a much more attractive candidate for financing.If you’d like to see how your numbers stack up with today’s loan programs, or just want to share your thoughts, let’s chat!

Did you buy "points" to reduce the rate margin?

With tech-enabled platforms, turnaround time has been noticeably shorter.Consistency: Reports feel more standardized, which helps when multiple lenders are reviewing.Transparency: Having clearer timelines and updates reduces a lot of lender anxiety. real, or is it mostly marketing hype?

As an experienced STR/MTR/LTR manager, I can help you expand with proven systems that make the process smoother and stress-free.

They may initially have a lower estimate than the contractor, I wouldn't stress, it is common to get supplemental claims from a contractor showing that more work needs to be done than originally estimated.