We're looking to get into long-term SF rentals, with equity growth as the objective.

just closed on a 3-unit property in Dover, NH and are working through the usual list of early priorities.One thing we’re debating is whether to repave the driveway right away.It’s a relatively small driveway and clearly near the end of its life.

I want to do this because in the past I have had tenants who have poured grease down the kitchen sink drain, which led to required repair costs that I had to cover.Has anyone ever included a clause in their long-term lease that says that the tenant is responsible for any costs related to declogging (beyond normal wear and tear)?

I’ve been a CPA since 2015 and working in tax and accounting since 2013, specializing in helping real estate investors, real estate professionals, flippers, and wholesalers; I’m also an active real estate investor mys...

My objective is twofold: to operate the duplex as an investment by renting one unit, while using the second unit personally during the summer months when I am in Maine.

It has been relatively cold in Belize.  

I'm giving as much objective transparency as I can below.

Buyers get attached, sellers get defensive, and negotiations slow down when emotions take over.The investors who stay objective seem to make better long-term decisions.The more I learn, the more I think real estate is less about finding the perfect deal and more about how you handle yourself during the process.Curious what others think:What’s a quiet skill that has helped you more than numbers or strategy?

So it really depends on your objectives.  

Most investors are drawn to this market because of its strong cash flow potential and relatively low barrier to entry.