I need a comprehensive solution that can:• Track the property from the initial purchase through ongoing management• Record and categorize all rental expenses• Allow me to scan and store receipts digitally• Monitor additional costs associated with the properties• Track rental income and proceedsI would appreciate any recommendations or suggestions you might have. 

I’m getting a home inspection & a lead test before I pull the trigger on this property , 1,100 home inspection yikes.

It is usually market specific.here is an extreme example that my most successful protege pulled off.  

I’ll stay in my lane here and focus only on the tenant screening part of your question.Use a full background report, not a shortcut.Look for credit, nationwide criminal, eviction history, and judgments or liens that pull from multiple databases, not a single source, and are reviewed by FCRA-certified screeners.

Tampa’s still a demand market, but it’s less forgiving of sloppiness than it was a couple of years ago.Curious what others are seeing on insurance solutions and flood-zone strategies, since that’s where most deals seem to live or die right now.

As another example of just how far off we are in philosophy, you offered a solution to us – “Break the lease and increase the rent by $100 from next month because the tenant wants to use the AC”.

PLUMBING — SUPPLY LINESRemove all accessible galvanized supply lines in basementInstall PEX trunk and branch system to each unitNew main shutoff and individual unit shutoffs (label by unit)Proper supports, labeling, and pressure testNo in-wall work unless absolutely necessaryPLUMBING — DRAINSReplace all horizontal cast-iron drain lines in basement with PVCReplace only visibly failed vertical sectionsAdd minimum one accessible cleanoutCheck all vent stacks in atticInsulate exposed vent stacks as neededTie into existing stack and sewer lateralELECTRICALRemove abandoned/exposed knob & tube in basement and attic onlySecure open junction boxes, cap unused wiresPanel tighten, label, safety checkReplace unsafe breakers if found (no panel replacement unless quoted separately)Install basic LED pull-chain or strip lighting in basement common areasWATER MANAGEMENTSeal visible foundation penetrations and cracks (interior)Improve grading where soil slopes toward foundationAdd/extend downspouts to discharge away from structureI suggest doing a renovation of the units individually to achieve the targeted monthly cash flow and appreciation. 

Hold it for a period of time, raise rents, then refinance your loan to pull some cash out and pay down the HELOC.

In reality, it’s one of the clearest signals of where opportunity is forming — if you know how to read it.Across the country, large metros are seeing a surge in listings being pulled off the market after sitting unsold for months.

The solution we are working is a refi on 3 properties and paying off all the seconds, autos, and cards.