That will tell you how closely their approved rents track HUD’s posted FMRs in practice.

We've built practical know-how in operations, cash flow, and running a small team.Right now, I'm focused on reading the forums, listening to podcasts, going through books, researching different markets, and saving for my first investment.

@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.

Quote from @Pratik Patel: Quote from @Drew Sygit: Quote from @Pratik Patel: Thank you Samuel for your input.Holding on to this property as a long term rental will lead to negative return on my investment so that is not practical.

I do have a couple of practical questions, if you don’t mind sharing your approach: How do you typically structure the option fee?

Focus on neighborhoods with good schools, solid tenant history, and easy management, it’s a practical way to start building a portfolio without overcomplicating things early on.

The overall inventory is trending down.Rental Market TrendsThe charts below are only relevant to the property profile that we target.Rentals - Median $/SF by MonthRents were flat MoM again, and practically flat YoY.

Practical checklist you can apply to SDIRA investments this month.1) Policy & Regulatory Updates2026 IRA Contribution Limits IncreasedWhat changed:The IRS increased the annual contribution limit for IRAs for the 2026 tax year to $7,500 (from $7,000 in 2025).

@Tim Jernberg, A drop-and-swap 1031 exchange is the only practical way for you to exchange while your partner cashes out, but it carries heightened IRS scrutiny.

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