I own over 100 rental properties financed across many loans.  My bank only requires I have insurance for these properties without stipulation as to the level of coverage.  I have 80% co-insurance with replacement cost...

You want to minimize upfront costs and paperwork while you learn the ropes of being a landlord.However, if you go this route, it is crucial to protect yourself with a strong umbrella insurance policy.

If someone can’t or won’t complete that, it tells you a lot about how the next 12 months are likely to go.Second, repeated late rent this early in the tenancy is another strong indicator.

If it's not, then this may indicate that you need to ask for additional proof of income before signing the lease or move on to a new tenant.I hope this helps and best of luck!

Love the house hacking strategy: minimizing housing expenses in this market is always a great to stash away cash for the next deal.Self-sufficiency test is difficult to overcome in our market.

I started with mobile homes and transitioned to SFHs.Current flip in Garland Texas that is at day 75 on the market with minimal showings.

That would be a huge indicator in excluding salaries or funds needed to run day to day operations.

At the same time, early indicators suggest buyers are beginning to re-enter the market ahead of the spring season.

But I can't figure out how the info from Form 8824 transfers to Form 4797 (Sales of Business Property) as a deferred  (not yet taxable) gain.On Form 4797, I do not see any line whatsoever that lets you indicate a gain is DEFERRED (not currently taxable).

From my own research, I see appreciation is strong but cash on cash return is minimal.