Clear rules, regular enforcement, and separation of transient and long-term guests help maintain order.

so many don't or won't pay a regular bill like rent no matter how small. they wait until something  forces the issue. 

Now we ask our confirmation statement, is estate deals a viable segment, is there regular volume?

You hire a management company to be your eyes and ears, so it’s crucial they conduct regular inspections.

We help the ones who have regular retirement accounts connect with our custodian partners and do a tax-free rollover.

A well-drafted dispute and deadlock process, along with clear reporting standards and regular investor updates, keeps relationships healthy and value intact.If you share a bit more about your goals, target check size, and whether you’re using 1031 proceeds, I can suggest what structure tends to fit best and what red flags to watch for in the documents.

I ask my cleaners to flag any damage, leaks, or safety issues during their visits—this doubles as oversight without adding extra trips.Consistency is key: regular walkthroughs catch problems early, and setting clear tenant expectations for shared spaces reduces complaints.

This has included:*Financial oversight with budgets and bookkeeping, having a finger on the pulse of cashflow and financials*Regular communication with partners (business partner, accountant, contractors and investors)*Implementing weekly sync calls to go over short and long term goals/lists (highly recommend the book Rocket Fuel by Gino Wickman on this one)*Strategic planning, focusing on not just the current projects, but looking ahead and having plans in place to maintain momentum*Analysis of each project to determine wins/lessons and use these to continue to improveI think regardless of the business, being intentional versus random and careless certainly makes and impact on progress and scaling.   

Keep it simple: outline the deal, timeline, and how they’re protected.When it comes to contractors, I’ve found these steps help a ton:Always get 2–3 bids and compare line by line.Pay in small, progress-based draws (never 50% upfront).Put everything in writing: scope, timeline, and penalties if they delay.Walk the property regularly and keep documentation (photos, receipts, updates).Starting out, it’s less about being perfect and more about having systems to protect yourself.

Preventive Maintenance = Fewer SurprisesNeglecting maintenance leads to complaints, frustration, and eventually, move-outs• Regular inspections• Fixing small issues before they become costly• Preserving long-term property valueThis not only improves the tenant experience but also reduces unexpected vacancies.5.