Then does recouping those up front soft costs make the final numbers very difficult to cash-flow? 

This soft approach may attract your target tenant pool while avoiding overt discrimination.It is essential to consult a qualified real estate attorney in your state before implementing any policy or marketing strategy like this.

For 7 units, you'd likely be looking at commercial multifamily financing, which is different from residential loans in a few ways:DSCR loans are a good option, especially if you're focused on rental income and want to avoid the income verification process.Most lenders will want to see:A rent roll and T12 (trailing 12-month income/expenses), if availableYour personal financial statement or REO schedulePurchase agreement (if under contract)Credit report (a soft pull is usually fine to start)Rehab budget, if there’s any value-add componentLoan terms will depend on the asset's location, your credit, cash reserves, and the property's debt service coverage ratio (typically needs to be ≥ 1.15–1.25 depending on the lender).I’d be happy to walk you through what a typical DSCR package looks like if that’s the route you want to take.

Mortgage Automator, Liquid Logics, and Loan Servicing Soft are a few of the popular ones.

This would at least require additional building materials and may necessitate other soft costs associated with redesigning the building. 

Far too often individuals will brush someone off because they can't be of immediate help in some way.

I have found chatGPT to be more accurate within solution 1 or 2 than Gemini especially when it comes to imagery.Check this out, after uploading the Corcoran logo with this prompt here is what happened on the two platforms:"Create a detailed 3D render of this logo made from colorful felt.It should have a soft, fuzzy texture with visible stitching & hand-sewn details.

A full lighting upgrade improves curb appeal, enhances tenant comfort, and signals a well-maintained home.Interior Lighting Tips:- Replace outdated fixtures: Swap out 1970s-style lights for modern pendants or flush mounts- Add ambient lighting: Brighten dim areas with soft, even lighting- Incorporate task lighting: Install under-cabinet lights, closet lights, or reading lamps for added functionalityExterior Lighting Tips:- Clean or update fixtures: Sometimes a deep clean is enough.

Not to say that rent payments are always done a few mins after the grace period ends after several reminders.I'm not sure if I am being too hard on them or too soft-skinned as a new landlord but this is frustrating me quite a bit.

Invest primarily in hard assets and a bit of soft.