Cash offers usually win because they remove financing and appraisal uncertainty.In practice, cash offers tend to come in ~5–10% lower, but with higher certainty.

When you are starting off, do a couple brrrr deals to get practice then switch the to the flipping model.

You can even take your time finding and local PMC to take over when you relocate.

If it is addressed, hold them accountable and set a expectation on moving forward.Yes, the background check, eviction and credit history, is normal practice for tenant screenings (after an application is accepted).

., relocation, needing more space, downsizing, etc.I agree with your findings here.

Any recommendations on best practices for writing up the lease (1 lease for the house or individual leases?).

I understand what you're saying about practicing what you preach.

The P&Ls themselves are system-generated from QBO and then reviewed by me and our CPA.How it actually works in practice:• VAs code transactions and reconcile accounts monthly• I review the P&L at the entity and property level for accuracy• CPA does periodic review, cleanup if needed, and tax planning• No VA is making judgment calls on accounting treatment, allocations, or tax decisionsThink of it as assembly line vs sign-off.VAs keep the books current and clean.

In practice, a reputable cost segregation firm can usually advise whether the potential increase in depreciable basis justifies the additional cost of obtaining an appraisal.

The Southern region has also experienced significant growth recently, driven by headquarters relocating to Fort Worth.