33. Dealing With the City as a Landlord | with Ashley Pereira

Send us Fan MailIf you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by dealing with city inspections, permits, tenant complaints, or confusing housing regulations as a real estate investor, this episode is for you. Violeta sits down with Ashley Pereira, a California-based investor building her portfolio in Rochester, New York, to talk about the realities of navigating local government, certificate of occupancy inspections, property management communication, and the unexpected challenges that come with owning rental properties out of state.Ashley shares how she went from analysis paralysis to closing on her first rental property in Rochester, why she chose a cash-flowing Midwest market over investing in California, and what happened when she suddenly started receiving scary violation notices from the city. From missing doors and tenant damage to delayed inspection updates and overwhelming paperwork, she opens up about the anxiety that comes with being a first-time landlord learning how to navigate the system.Violeta also shares her own experiences dealing with trash violations, Section 8 paperwork issues, storm door complaints, and buying properties from slumlords that required major repairs. Together, they discuss the importance of documentation, communication with the city, understanding local landlord requirements, and why learning to work with local government is an essential skill for long-term real estate investing success.They also dive into: • How Ashley overcame analysis paralysis and bought her first out-of-state rental • Why Rochester, New York stood out as a strong cash-flow market • The realities of dealing with certificates of occupancy and city inspections • Common rental property violations investors face • Why communication and documentation matter when dealing with the government • The hidden challenges of tenant turnover and property maintenance • Investing in older homes and handling repairs like peeling paint, handrails, decks, and lead safety issues • Lessons learned from buying properties from slumlords • Section 8 delays, housing authority issues, and government bureaucracy • Why beginner investors shouldn’t be afraid of dealing with the city • The importance of community, mentorship, and networking in real estate investingWhether you’re a brand-new investor looking to buy your first rental property or already managing units and dealing with inspections, this episode offers practical insights and reassurance that these challenges are part of the journey—not the end of it.Connect with Violeta: Latina-focused real estate investing community linked below the episode description.Support the showJoin my Latina Real Estate Investors Community (FREE)https://www.skool.com/real-estate-jefas-9075/aboutGet my FREE Real Estate Investing Starter Kit https://moneychisme.kit.com/rei-starter-kitProperty Management made easy with RentRedihttps://app.rentredi.com/signUp/AOK400?utm_medium=copylink&utm_campaign=referralShareManage Your Funds with BASELANE Bankinghttps://invite.baselane.com/Violeta84614Follow us on Social Mediahttps://www.instagram.com/money_chisme/https://www.instagram.com/lindoesinvesting/Disclaimer:We are not financial advisors. The information contained in this video is for entertainment purposes only. Please consult a licensed professional before making any financial decisions. Affiliate links: I may earn a small commission when you click on the links at no additional cost to you. This helps me provide you with free content, like this podcast! You can read my full disclaimer here: ...