Document everything.Every approval, notice, and inspection result is saved.This protects rent, prevents disputes, and makes future reviews painless.When Section 8 operations are systemized, rent becomes predictable and administration becomes boring, exactly how profitable real estate should feel.What part of the Section 8 process causes you the most friction right now?

The root cause of the issue seems to be that there is nothing in county or municipal code regarding STRs. 

Quote from @Marc Winter: After just finishing my home inspection recertification, I plugged your question into the system, heres what it said:Most likely cause: Differential movement + thermal expansionThis type of crack is commonly caused by one or more of:Thermal expansion/contraction of a long brick wall (brick expands more than people realize)Lack of control joints in the masonryMinor differential settlement between structural elements (floor line, lintel, or bond beam)Possible interaction with a floor diaphragm or window header lineHow I’d classify itCategory: Non-structural / serviceability crackSeverity: Low to moderateRisk: Usually cosmetic unless it continues to growWhat would confirm thisCrack aligns near a floor levelNo stepped “stair-step” patternNo widening at one endInterior walls at same level may show hairline cracksThe stepped / jagged, diagonal through mortar jointsWhat it looks likeStair-step pattern following mortar jointsChanges direction vertically and horizontallyLocalized area rather than full-lengthSome patched/effloresced areas nearby⚠️ Most likely cause: Foundation movement (settlement or heave)This pattern is classic for:Differential foundation settlementSoil shrink/swell (expansive clay, poor drainage)Localized footing movement (corner or bearing point)The stair-step pattern forms because masonry is weakest at mortar joints, so stress releases there.How I’d classify itCategory: Structural movement crackSeverity: Moderate (possibly increasing)Risk: Needs monitoring; may require repair beyond cosmeticWhat would raise concernCrack width > ~⅛ inchNoticeable brick displacement (one side proud)Interior drywall cracks aligning with this locationDoors/windows near this area sticking🧠 Why these two cracks have different causes (important)Even though they’re on the same wall:1. global wall movement (temperature / restraint)2.  

@John Yoo unfortunately, Philly gov websites are not user friendly and cause a lot of confusion.

What’s the cause of the high rates?

@Megan Samar, You could take a distribution from your 401k but not advisable if it's going to cause taxes/penalties.

I am seeing at uptick in buyers from NYC shopping for homes in Connecticut which is causing me to ask what is the best way to market to those in the city?

That conflict caused a significant delay and required an amendment to the previously approved zoning approvals.

Buying the 200B MBS will push mortgage rates down and will open the door to more buyers, but if it pushes inflation thereby, causing housing and other things to go up we are in the same spot. 

I get my 100k back, plus 50k tax free, and a have a door that cashflows 300 - 500 per month cause all these areas his the 1% rule.I just don't feel like dealing with contractors right now so I am just selling the inventory to the local investor pool.