Realtor - the right realtor is worth their weight in gold, so don't discount their expertise...you'll find some awesome people to work with here on BP.Expensive - Appreciation or cashflow is your real question...what's your current job and plans for the future?

Any pointers would be awesome as I'm almost ready to just give up.Is this not possible and I need to hope for the other 3 pillars to outweigh the lack of cashflow?

Faster answers than digging through manuals or YouTube.Structured step-by-step guidance that adapts as the user reports results.Lower costs—many “emergencies” turn out to be tripped breakers or loose flappers.Cleaner work orders for pros when a visit really is required.How the Workflow WorksStageWho Drives ItGoalTypical OutcomeTenant First-PassTenantFix minor issue or gather data50–70 % solved in minutesLandlord DiagnosticLandlord / PMConfirm next cheapest test; decide DIY vs. proClear, actionable work orderProfessional RepairHandyman or trade proExecute repair once failure point is knownOne visit, no “discovery” hoursCopy-and-Paste Prompt LibraryVisit the website or app of ChatGPT, Gemini, Perplexity or another free AI and use the following promptsLighting / Outlets – Tenant “ChatGPT, my {fixture type} in the {room} won’t turn on.

Hey BiggerPockets members! Hope you all have a great weekend so far.

It's awesome to watch and sharing the stories helps to inspire locals in other communities to do it too.

(TBA) Amount due; $ 4,300 Monthly mortgage amount: $835.00 Estimated value of home via realtor app: $150kHome is habitable but needs updates and repairs… My aim is to calculate the numbers and generate a valuable solution to take over the deed / Morgage if it makes sense.

Awesome, I'll send you a PM!

That's key—over 70% of apps have some form of fraud.2.

It’s awesome that you’re bringing both financial savvy and real-life landlord knowledge into the REI world! 

That’s awesome!