After pulling data from county records and GIS systems, I thoroughly clean and refine those lists before skip tracing to enhance accuracy and avoid wasting resources.My typical workflow prioritises cost efficiency and impact:SMS Text Campaigns – Quick, cost-effective, and easy to scale.

Clear communication between you and your sister is essential to decide upfront who handles property management, tenant relations, and finances.

I've worked with several loan servicers, and no matter who you use, it's not fun setting it up, but I've had easier success communicating with OnePoint.They have a login portal to track payments etc, like you mentioned. 

.👉 Property Managers – I’d like to build relationships with property managers who understand the Section 8 process and can help me place tenants quickly and manage my portfolio efficiently.

No attorney-client, fiduciary, or professional relationship is established through this communication.

As an investor, I see a great property manager as my boots on the ground, someone who’s looking out for my property like it’s their own.I expect them to handle the day-to-day stuff: tenant communication, maintenance, rent collection, turnovers, etc , without needing me to step in all the time.

Otherwise, we just set up automatic payments with our tenants and communicate directly for any maintenance requests, etc. 

Basic, but functional faucet.Appliances ($3,500):Focus on essential replacements.Refrigerator: Energy-efficient model.Range: Standard electric or gas range.Dishwasher: Basic model.Consider deals, scratch-and-dent appliances.Lighting ($1,000):Recessed lighting in the ceiling.Under-cabinet lighting.Basic pendant lights over the island.Paint & Trim ($500):DIY painting.New baseboard.2.

For DIY - use Zillow and maybe FB Marketplace (just have to watch out for scammers).We're on 30+ sites, but we have scales of efficiency that would be hard for you to match.

Planning & DesignWhat to ConsiderWhy It MattersFuture-ProofingPlan for growing family, aging in place, EV chargers, home office, and resale.Orientation & SunlightMaximize natural light and energy efficiency (passive solar design).Functional LayoutPrioritize flow: kitchen near garage, Bathroom near kitchen to cut down on plumbing costs, laundry near bedrooms, good storage.Architectural Style & HOA RulesHiring a professional Architect will save you by letting you know what's feasible, and depending on the land acquire proper soil reports that may be needed.