If you can come in and operate effectively I think you'll find success rather quickly due to that.BTW - for a property management platform I would highly recommend Buildium.

Have recently thought that a wood-look may be more warm, natural, and inviting (and match the natural terracotta tile roof).Does anyone have any recommendations for fence materials that mimic wood that are (1) durable and (2) cost effective for a rental property?

The best among us use debt effectively to leverage 

They ultimately passed the very worst form of governmental interference in the market (rent control) in this latest legislative session.The combined effect of all the legislative interference in the housing market in WA will be lower supply of housing, reduced investment in housing and ultimately lower quality, higher cost rentals for renters in our state.  

I’m planning to attend some local REIA meetups and auction events to network in person.If anyone here has experience wholesaling and can offer tips on how else I can effectively connect with real cash buyers—or avoid wasting time on dead leads—I’d really appreciate it.Thanks in advance!

Since you’re managing a Section 8 tenant and taking over property management, focus on understanding local regulations, lease terms, and effective tenant communication.

I'm not looking into house hack, although that would be viable if I was younger.I just have capital saved and with the vast array of investment options in real estate I been pondering what the most effective way to do it would be.I'm still considering a multi family but instead of just going into it with the narrow point of view of using it as a long term rental I should be be considering any unit for possible STR/MTR depending on the market as well.With the whole Airbnb arbitrage I thought it would be a good way to enhance cash flow.

I still plan to rent out a room regardless, but I want to explore whether refinancing could help me manage the property more effectively and maximize my return on investment (ROI).

To me what is most important is responsiveness and effective problem solving.

My most pressing question is about expense tracking: what are your go-to methods or free apps that you've found most effective for keeping tabs on all those ins and outs?