We can share horror stories and efficiencies to double our outputs for 2026.

., energy-efficient windows, updated appliances) can make properties less competitive.

I showed them the comparable properties and explained how not listing saves fees, time, energy, and I bought as-is with no inspection since I knew almost everything about it.

MANY newbies make the mistake of prepping their rentals like they're going to live in them - instead of "Maintaining to the Neighborhood".One of two things will happen if you don't follow this guideline:Over-Improvement: yes, you often get a tenant faster, but there is a limit to how much you can spend on improvements and get enough higher rental income to get a return on your investment (ROI). - At a bare minimum, you want higher rents to cover your funds spent BEFORE you have to spend more money fixing those exact same things again.Under-Improvement: you risk becoming a slumlord and only attracting slumtenants:(- You don't want to do this on Class A and B properties. - You have to walk a fine line with Class C and D properties.Easiest way to monitor or learn how to Maintain to the Neighborhood your property is in - check out interior pics of the rental competition on Zillow. 

My need is for a more efficient lead management program and I'm looking at FreedomSoft and FlipPilot V2.0 to do that. 

Should we reconsider our attorney's recommendation and go for a single revocable trust or is there a more efficient way to handle this with separate individual trusts?  

It's a long drive but I have the time, energy and finances to visit on my off days.

Quote from @Brandon Croucier: As a broker, I personally steer clear from them as I've spoken to numerous Reps from the company over the years (they clearly have high turnover).Based on my analysis of the market I find there are many better options in regards to pricing, efficiency & risk tolerance. 

What is the most efficient way to identify the individual in a bank that makes decisions on REO properties.

My plan would be to keep the front waiting room as a small commercial space and the back offices as efficiency units or studios.