Some markets we bought in saw cap rates expand over 3%...resulting in a 40% decrease in value in less than 2 years.

I’ve noticed something interesting lately when talking to investors:On paper, a lot of properties still have cash flow.But in real life, it doesn’t feel like it.The issue usually isn’t rent.It’s rising operating friction.Insurance renewals, property taxes, maintenance, utilities, and vendor costs are all quietly eating into margins.

There are so many opportunities in real estate that just sit undisturbed like a gold nugget just under the surface that ordinary people walk on and over every day but are too busy or so it seems to even bother to notice!

I have a tenant who hasn't pay January rent ,my property management went there couple of times to see what was going on since she didn't respond but still no response she didnt open the door, so what he did was to serve her the 5 day notice but still she didn't open the door and is being 5 days already. what should I do in this case, this is my first time dealing with something like this, should I or my property management take action here, it is the prop management responsibility to do something here or mine, also if you guys know of a attorney you can refer I would appreciate that

Interesting decision on the risks of failing to give a title insurer timely notice of a title claim.  

Do you see noticeable differences in how properties are run based on how they’re financed? 

Brunnhilde, I noticed you posted this same question in another thread.

A lot of people I've noticed key in on the Midwest areas like Ohio, Indiana/Illinois, or Kansas.

@Amanda King  here are some best practices for you to followRecommended Best PracticesWritten Relocation Notice  I would provide tenants with Dates/Times of tenting, how long it will be uninhabitable, rent proration method used, relocation assistance program terms (Caps, reciepts, deadlines,) and deliver my certified mail, email and posted on the property at least 10 days before tenting.Standardized Assistance FormHave tenants submit, Name / unit, Contact info, Hotel receipt(s), Signature acknowledging termsClear Assistance TermsDraft language such as:“Landlord agrees to provide relocation assistance limited to actual lodging expenses incurred during the pest control displacement period, with original receipts, up to $200 per night for a maximum of 2 nights per household.

This is up to 2024 data, but when I add 2025, Calgary is following the red, Edmonton the green, but I expect Edmonton will level off or decrease in 2026.