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That level of hands-on involvement gave me a lot of confidence in both the property and the team.Rent To Retirement made something that initially felt overwhelming much more approachable.

Very nuanced, so it would require a deeper dive into the specific facts and circumstances as always. 

Be careful of the managers that also have a sales divsion as they likely just want to run you property at the minimum level until they can convince you to sell. 

We found a good handyman for medium level maintenance items like painting a house, etc.  

Everyone has a different threshold, but the best approach is sticking with the level of leverage that makes you feel comfortable and secure at the end of the day.

@Denise CarringerMy preference is to go local - some community banks offer this type of service or local escrow companies, which is what I found, because they offer a higher level of service than most national.

The right financing doesn’t just fund opportunities, it empowers you to step into the next level of your journey.What’s one lesson or personal growth experience real estate has given you?

It really depends on your comfort level.

Hey Joe,Congrats on leveling up — going from SFHs to an 8-unit is a big step, and your questions are the right ones to be asking.