Showings may change to more virtual (which can be a possible issue if they can't come look at before signing a lease as they'll be more open to options & best fit - price, location, condition of home, allows pets, nice & safe area, etc.)The PM should still be vetting everyone & professionally screening them to make sure they meet the qualifications & standards (which can adjust too, but may open up to not as qualified people that can lead to uncertain outcomes)There's a ton of potential for risk of it not working out, then a lot more money being spent all trying to find someone..

They are smaller houses, details don't matter nearly as much, and most of the people that live there are in the trades.

Every upgrade was selected to match New Orleans buyer expectations and highlight the property’s best features, greatly increasing its market desirability.What was the outcome?

By connecting the right buyer and seller, Marc turned a minimal investment into a quick $10,000 spread, proving that not every deal requires major work to be profitable.What was the outcome?

If the houses were “inherently unstable,” nobody would have been able to build wealth there, including you.So,  I’m not dismissing the risk.I’m saying the outcome depends more on who is running the deal than the sticker price on the house.

Get a RE license, become a hard money officer, learn the GC trade, wholesale trade. 

Also, make sure you build a budget by getting a few bids per trade.

This is the one trade where I'd overpay for perfection. 

This would give you access to long term fixed rate debt financing options, make it easier to self manage and allow you to more easily sell if you find real estate investing is not for you.Secondly, a positive cash flow of $24K annually from 18 units seems like a very low return given the prices larger multifamily properties (10+ units) are currently trading for in Snohomish County. 

--US and Malaysia sign new reciprocal trade deal.