For landscaping, you can get someone for roughly $20-30 an hour to cut the lawn (and it is a tax write off where your time is not). 

Landscaping 1207. taxes 308.

Looking for recommendations on cost seg firms and any tips from those who have been through the process.

Overreach, questionable decisions, inefficiencies, and in many cases outright dishonesty have become part of the landscape.

I appreciate your transparency and any tips/ guidance you can share!  

Hey BP,
Networking has been one of the most important aspects of my real estate journey. Whether it's finding new deals, connecting with mentors, or learning about financing options, a strong network is invaluable. H...

Genuinely trying to understand the landscape here.

I am planning to stay in DFW and through my industry I have a trusted real estate friend to help us find tenants, and know a lot of HVAC, landscapers, plumbers, contractors, roofers etc so I believe I could be her property manager.

Advice: have plenty of reserves and make sure the property cash flows after you leave. tips: get a Google voice number for your future tenant communications. go to local meetups and network with as many investors as possible.

Our strategy focuses on realistic pricing supported by market data, helping owners secure qualified tenants efficiently while preserving income stability in a more competitive rental landscape.