Juliah, good question, tools can make a big difference, but only if they actually make your workflow simpler instead of adding noise.Here’s what’s been working well for us across multiple markets:1.

What calculators, spreadsheets, or free tools have helped you analyze deals effectively?

I am seeking good ROI analysis tools (spreadsheets, calculators) for evaluating multi-family live-in unit (3 or 4 units) that I am planning on purchasing in Orange County or the Inland Empire in Southern California, over the next few months. 

I think a lot of newer investors underestimate how different these two tools feel once you’re actually inside a capital stack.Here’s the way I usually explain it to operators:Mezzanine = Debt with a seatbeltIt’s basically a second-position loan pretending to be equity.You’re paying a stated interest rate, payments are expected, and if you miss them, the lender can enforce remedies.

The city is pushing for a Kentucky version of the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit to boost affordable construction, sales-tax exemptions on building materials for homes under the median price, and zoning tools that help projects move instead of stall.

Property managers with < 20 units:    What do you use today for notices / violations / compliance?Is it working for you? What are the gaps?Thanks!Jason

But doing so, in this case, would effectively wipe out today’s payout and leave the calendar open with almost no notice to rebook.Any thoughts in what you will do here, do I accept or politely declined the date change and explained that the timing falls outside the flexible window to make changes per our cancellation/modification policy. seems also no middle ground (It does not allow me to surcharge a one night stay ).How do you handle same-day change requests while balancing fairness and protecting your calendar?

I have spoken with some attorneys that think it will not go anywhere but I would hate to end up like how Cleveland is.Columbus City Council considers creating registry of rental properties - https://www.wosu.org/politics-government/2025-09-16/columbus-city-council-considers-creating-registry-of-rental-propertiesProposal - https://www.columbus.gov/files/sharedassets/city/v/1/city-council/documents/hearing-documents/bankston/rental-registry-proposal-comparative-chart-and-summary-11-5-25.pdfRegister to speak at the hearing this coming Tuesday - https://us.openforms.com/Form/8a746076-35c8-40e7-a786-79bd2c7e0244@James Wise Yup we've got that in Cleveland and most all of the suburbs.

Quote from @Peter Zynko: 1) get someone with experience on your team, an expert - verify their track record. 2) something invisible might be the politics of the town to get your permits and what ever else approved...partner atleast with your first one with a seasoned operator.  

Quote from @Julie Ferioli: Hi All,I am looking into acquiring a property in the Memphis, TN market and I am trying to determine the best source/tool to research crime data.