The easiest way to underwrite the number for me is by looking on the short term rental platforms(airbnb/vrbo) as a potential guest and review the host's schedule/previous month reviews for occupancy and average nightly rate.

The first property I bought was in 2009 having only read 1 book on real estate and not having an online platform and community like BiggerPockets or any mentors to resort to for advice.

You'll find a wealth of information and a great crowd on this platform. 

Do any of you handle your own applicant screening and contracts? 

I will also need help of civil engineer for feasibility assessment and prepare Site subdivision Pre-Submittal application for Hillsbo county for us.

Then the applicant would contact you once they arrive at the property.

Here's an excerpt from the clause in the lease (you should check for a similar clause in your lease so you know what it actually says):INSURANCE: Tenant’s or guest’s personal property and vehicles are not insured by Landlord, manager or, if applicable, HOA,against loss or damage due to fire, theft, vandalism, rain, water, criminal or negligent acts of others, or any other cause.

I would have expected New Market and Owens Cross Roads to be ranked higher.

Hello everyone Im fairly new here and i see this is a great platform for advice.My current situation is now being a stay at home dad due to being laid off earlier this year.

I have a good applicant for one of my rentals but he has two Pitbulls registered as "emotional support animals" and I'm trying to find out how protect myself from such liability.