Paving the driveway, fresh paint or repairs to stairways/decks, adding some landscaping or a tree, and upgrading appliances like washers/dryers can all increase perceived value.

 $100 rent increase is $1200.  

when i talk with other owners near me when they ask for help increasing their revenue, i start with their pictures and their designs.

I learned in the past week the housing authority in my area stopped approving rent increases May 1, 2025.

Basic answer, but to increase cash flow you have to increase income or reduce expenses. 

And rent should continue to increase.

Any advice on how we can increase our pre-approval amount or what steps we should be focusing on over the next year? 

Any advice on how we can increase our pre-approval amount or what steps we should be focusing on over the next year? 

Week of October 13, 2025Hey everyone,We got some surprisingly positive housing data this week — builder confidence is climbing, and the Fed’s Beige Book gives us clues on what could happen with rates next.

This approach will provide confidence in assumptions and align the necessary equity to successfully close the asset.