The key is consistency—whatever you pick, make sure you update it regularly so you always have a clear picture of your cash flow and equity.

Like I motioned reach just as an upfront precaution.

Generally, a few small nail holes from hanging pictures or artwork are typically considered normal wear and tear.

I made this fact known to the courts multiple times.On August 4, 2025, the final day of the appeal window, the Defendants filed an appeal, a motion to modify rent bond, a bond to stay execution on appeal, and a petition to sue as indigent.

No amount of clever advertising or photoshopping pictures will get you over that. 

I’ve noticed a lot of discussions here about buying foreclosure properties, and I think it’s worth clarifying something I’ve learned through experience: foreclosure rescue is not the same as investing in foreclosures.When most people think “foreclosure,” they picture buying a distressed property at a discount — and that’s definitely one strategy.

When you picture your very first investment, do you see yourself starting small with one unit, or jumping straight into a multifamily or flip?

👋For market rent comps, here are a few resources I’ve found useful:Zillow / Rentometer / Apartments.com – good for quick ballpark numbers.Local Craigslist or Facebook Marketplace – can give you the real “street-level” rents in your area.Property management companies – sometimes you can get insight directly from agents or PMs who know what’s actually renting.County or city property records – some areas publish historical rental data.BiggerPockets forums & networking – ask local investors; they often have current comps you won’t find online.Since you’re a commercial realtor starting out, combining online tools with local market intel will give you the most accurate picture.

The before and after pictures are very impressive.  

pictures prior to move in, in case of damages.