Plus Self storage is a heavy positive cash flow investment while Teak farms are negative cash flow so they offset.  

We still find deals here that meet the 1% rule, positive cash flowing, and have tons of potential for appreciation.

So you're in a strong position. 

It’s great to have you here, and it sounds like you’re in an excellent position to start your real estate investing journey.

We pride ourselves in keeping the forums positive, helpful, and focused on real estate (please, no politics, religion, etc.).

The properties were not PURCHASED below market value; work, renovations, and positioning over time (the next six months) increased the property value.  

It should be common sense that if you respect your tenants, understand the culture and provide a positive and enjoyable experiences, in many cases that is reciprocated.

They're already there and given the holiday season, probably the traffic is light, so you can chat then up for 10-15m about the area, rental class, as well as any remarkable developments in the area that would positively impact that home/area. 

I am glad I was in a position to do my first several flips with personal cash and one investor.  

Any insights from your experience, whether positive or negative, would be greatly appreciated.The attached link explains the current situation with the Detroit Housing Commission (DHC), highlighting that they are severely understaffed and have limited communication with both tenants and landlords.