I’ve been looking closer at stale MLS properties too — the 30+ day mark is definitely a sweet spot for softer sellers. 

That $250 to $500 renewal hike is real, and the justification that "rents are higher now" feels more like an excuse than a legit policy reason.As for the $12K in repairs—yeah, that's been happening more too.

The 4s are what tend to cash flow best, sometimes 3 work too, the 2s mainly just work for owner occupants.

Quote from @Mingwen Cheng: That's what I was thinking too.

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@David Litt Hey I really appreciate the info and I will go through with a fine tooth comb to see my best option 

You’re in a great region too — the Midwest has some of the best cash-flow markets for exactly that strategy.

You have bird in hand, peace of mind by low debt now, and can escalate the risk the factor as it comes but also on a drop of dime run up the "life" factor and enjoy it some too. 

And Vrbo is still gold for full-on vacation homes with lake access, docks, big groups, etc.I’m seeing that here too: the best-performing properties are true destination stays, not just a random spare room in the city.

I had a hot water tank leaking in a new house I bought, but the inspection didn't pick it up and the smell from the previous owner's dogs masked it.