Bringing techs in-house definitely offers control, speed, and potential additional revenue streams, but like John mentioned, it comes with more management and liability considerations.For smaller PM groups or those still growing, partnering with reliable vendors and building long-term relationships can often deliver similar consistency without the overhead.

Right now I’m growing my investment portfolio and preparing to launch service-based businesses (like cleaning and moving) as a stepping stone into real estate.My long-term vision is to scale into rental properties and eventually farmland, creating multiple streams of cashflow and a lasting legacy.

This means your income stream can rise to match increasing costs, while your debt service—if you have a fixed-rate loan—remains constant.

No don't do that if you cross streams of rental income (all income goes into one LLC) then all your future income is at risk of loss.  

It is crucial to research whether the property value will be reassessed upon purchase to avoid underestimating expenses during the underwriting process, as some US states reassess property values when real estate is sold.In addition to reducing expenses, we also explore additional income streams.

Long-term financial independence requires a rental income stream that meets the following requirements:Rents increase faster than inflation.

I'm considering trying out Prop Stream to try going direct to seller. 

Many of our clients maintain another business or income stream while growing their real estate portfolio.

Please note that depreciation recapture on the building that's sold will need to be picked up in year one on their tax returnAlso - it's beneficial for sellers looking for an income stream as opposed to having one lump sum of cash. 

This included changing cleaners, changing plumbers, changing HVAC companies, tinting windows so they don't look as dirty and need windows cleaners, changing internet providers, changing from satellite TV to DirecTV stream, remove/change items requiring high maintenance like skeeball along with a dozen other things.