We normally search for rents online (various sites), and talk to local investors.

Do NOT let that factor into any decisions you may make.Think of it like this - most guests have just a few reviews, less than 5 is normal.

Being 9–10 miles from Walmart/Kroger/Pubix is normal in a lot of Atlanta outskirts.• Price per sq ft: Look at sold comps within 0.5–1 mile, same build era (2000–2005), same bed/bath count.

They need to put the place back into its previous condition excepting normal wear and tear.

That’s normal here.A lot of us investors just do:Low EMDReasonable due diligence moneyInspect everything during DDWalk away if something’s offStraightforward and keeps you protected.Yes I had it totally mixed up.

I'd add that because wholesale deals are more likely to be atypical in some way (for example, they wouldn't pass a normal inspection, or are in worse condition than normal properties, and sometimes close faster than normal), some wholesalers or real estate agents that work with wholesalers will try to throw in additional junk fees to take advantage of the buyers lack of experience.

We always have seasonality with rent prices coming down in the fall, but it feels like a little more than normal this year.

As rents rise and expenses normalize, refinancing into a better product can unlock a lot of breathing room. • Cash-out refinances are helping investors reposition portfolios.Some landlords are using equity to pay off higher-interest debt, consolidate multiple mortgages, or finance renovations that boost rent potential.

It’s high-touch, high-cashflow, high-complexity compared to a normal rental.Here’s the breakdown from someone who’s operated rooming setups and managed plenty of tenants:1.

or will they need to self-manage it.Trusts are normally in place so the properties can flow seamlessly by avoiding probate.