I put together a one-page visual to help explain an approach some investors use:treating a HELOC (simple interest, daily balance) as a central operating account rather than parking cash in checking/savings.Conceptually:Rent flows into the adjoined checking account of a HELOCExpenses are paid from the same lineDaily balance math reduces interest automaticallySome pair this with targeted principal reduction on long-term 30 yr mortgagesFrom a lender’s seat, I’m not advocating this as an end all be all strategy — just trying to understand how investors are thinking about it operationally.For those who’ve used something similar:Where does this add real value?

You're in a tough spot with the market dynamics up there, but don't let that slow you down.

Different dynamic entirely.

We don't know the relationship you have with your in laws and how that dynamic would work. 

That said, I understand the following:Complete a Title search and visual inspection (as possible) on the properties to understand any other issues.Register for the sale.If successful bidder, I would be responsible to pay the bid amount, transfer tax, recording fee, and deed prep fee. 

You also need access to either cash or private money, which is easier to get if you have a track record.My take for a first deal: if you have 50k plus access to another 100k in financing, a flip teaches you way more about underwriting and market dynamics in 6 months than a BRRR will in a year.

Ultimately, the layout should be optimized for ROI, not just visual appeal.

Good at both (rare, and they charge accordingly)If revenue is your priority:You need a PM who can clearly articulate their pricing optimization strategy—not just "we use dynamic pricing software."

For Vacant pics, I take RTR (Ready to Rent) pics with very full detail, and then a separate series just for marketing, to ensure I focus on composition for that purpose.Each to their own, but we actually prefer videos and have for 16+ years:)So do our clients, as the proper narrated video is the next best thing to them walking through their property😀Pics can be staged and hard to visualize or ID what's in the pics.FYI: the videos are private and for our use and court only.

The risk is trying to compete on volume or arbitrage without the balance sheet or brand to support it.The systems that seem to move the needle most are standardized turnovers, preventative maintenance schedules, dynamic pricing tied to demand drivers, and owner alignment upfront.