None of our earlier models had any of these features.Probably won't get our damages back, but still feel happy adding to the thief's legal issues.Our locations stay really clean now.

Early focus should be clean ops and risk control: strong lease, proper disclosures, solid insurance plus an umbrella, and fixing safety issues fast.

Everyone talks about the BRRRR method like it’s a formula — Buy, Rehab, Rent, Refinance, Repeat.But after working with a lot of investors, I’ve noticed one thing that often gets overlooked:The “tax” side of BRRRR.Most people focus on the deal numbers — the purchase price, the ARV, the refinance rate — but forget that how you structure and record those costs can make a huge difference down the line.For example:Tracking your rehab costs separately helps you depreciate correctly later.Timing your refinance can change when interest expenses become deductible.And keeping good records on improvements vs. repairs can save you thousands when you sell or do a cash-out refi.The BRRRR method is powerful because it lets you build equity fast — but if your books aren’t clean, you’ll end up leaving money on the table when tax season comes around.The investors who scale fastest aren’t just great at finding deals — they’re great at documenting them.Curious — how do you track your rehab and refinance expenses during a BRRRR project?

That way you keep things clean without juggling 20 bank accounts.

The good rental areas are steady, and anything under $300k that’s clean or has some upside usually moves quickly.

@Alex Rodriguez I non-renew tenants that are not clean.

I lean local for BRRRRs, refis, and small multis when I need a quick, clean close.Out‑of‑state or national lenders: useful for DSCR loans, portfolio products, or when I want standardized terms across markets.

When people with zero experience get into the industry claiming greatness, ruin people's portfolios, and I have to clean up their mess. 

Waiting to start the DADU until you’re ready to sell the main house keeps the listing clean and guest feedback positive.If you decide to hold the property for tax advantages and short-term rental income, you can start hosting now, build up good reviews for a few months, and then pause the listing during construction.

Track patterns, not one-offs .Maintenance triageLife-safety and habitability = immediate.Nuisance items batched into one visit to save trip fees; set boundaries for light bulbs, loose handles, squeaky doors .HVAC filters and tune-ups on cadence with photo proof; replace only when failure or at turn unless risk dictates .Turn standardScope template: paint touch-up, flooring repair, caulk, deep clean, locks rekey, curb appeal.Do big upgrades at vacancy, not with tenants in place, unless safety or leakage forces it .PM accountabilityExpectations doc: response times, approval limits, photo receipts, monthly owner update.Calendar check-ins: delinquency on the 6th, vacancy every Friday, turns twice weekly until listed .Biggest time sinks and how to cut themBack-and-forth on minor work orders: batch and set thresholds; teach PM what’s urgent vs optional .Chasing updates: standardize touchpoints and require proof-in-photos for work done .Overpricing vacancies: use ranges, listen to PM’s on-the-ground read, and choose speed over squeezing the last bit on your first units .Quick wins when inquiries slowPhoto order: lead with the best exterior at golden hour, then kitchen, bath, best room.Price bracket tweak: drop to just under a common search filter and add a move-in credit line in the first sentence.First 5 photos tell the whole story: light, clean, and your three sell points up front.Your next movePick one property.