Its harder to find cash-flowing properties, and in some markets they are hidden gems (in need of renovations) or simply don't exist.  

(Naturally)“Do you have the purchase contract, escrow instructions, and (most importantly) the preliminary title report?”

Many local wholesalers that are unlicensed have hidden under the updates & ultimately do different things now, but most don't "publicly market anymore or they or their spouse have gotten licensed. 

Then STR guests wonder why check in instruction and house rules are so long.

Out-of-state investing can really open up stronger cash-flow markets compared to high-priced local ones.When you’re narrowing down between markets like KC or Akron/Canton, I’d recommend looking at:Rent-to-price ratios (at least 1%+ after rehab)Landlord/tenant laws (some states are much friendlier)Local Section 8 payment standards (a hidden edge a lot of BRRRR investors overlook)Having investor-friendly property managers and contractors lined up early is key, since they’ll be your eyes and ears on the ground.

That rent roll mess you described is exactly the kind of hidden upside that turns average returns into great ones.

When I went to cancel my membership, RentRedi gives you a large box in which you can describe to them why you decided to cancel, and there was a SHORT and hidden character limit!

Reality is most wholesale deals are awful, fake rehab/ARV numbers hidden big ticket repairs and not even far enough below prices you can negotiate off MLS.

Other Considerations:- What hidden costs should I watch for in an older multifamily like this (1940s build)?

They'll have more “unofficial data” on those hidden gems that doesn’t show up on spreadsheetsNow for some little wisdom from my early days in the real estate game.