Hey everyone — I’ve been building a lightweight rental management app in Microsoft Access, and I’m curious how many small landlords still use desktop tools like Access or Excel.I’m aiming to launch by late August, and it’s designed specifically for self-managing landlords who:Don’t want to rely on cloud softwareHate paying monthly subscriptionsJust want something simple that works offlineSo far, it lets you manage properties, tenants, leases, payments, and even shows reminders for things like late rent or expiring leases.

This would be a great exercise on a podcast or tool for new REI investors.  

Brokers, lenders and investors spend WAY too much time on deals with little chance of ever closing.  They do this to “fill” the time on their hands. To greatly increase your income, wealth and success, work ONLY on de...

If we sign a TIC, will it likely ALWAYS, no matter how simple, be interpreted by the IRS and therefore disqualified for a 1031?

What helps:A simple CRM with clear pipeline stagesA lead manager or VA to manage follow-upsDefined speed-to-lead response (especially for wholesale deals)Tip: Speed matters.

I’ve heard of holding companies, but not sure how that works without it getting super complicated.Any tips or simple breakdowns would help a lot.

Here's a simple breakdown: What made you interested in investing in this type of deal?

Keeps it simple. 

At your stage in life, I’d recommend taking the time to familiarize yourself with a few target markets.Know the areas you want to invest in like the back of your hand, develop a due diligence checklist, and go through the exercise of evaluating deals (even if you’re not looking to buy a property yet).If you put in a bunch of reps before going through your first live deal, you’re far more likely to know what to look for—and what to avoid—when it comes time to buy.

You are showing great promise.However, that's a pretty simple question and if it isn't an answer you are familiar with you will get yourself into trouble wholesaling.