Sometimes occupants still live there and eviction is not easy, and I have even heard a story once that the yakuza are involved in the construction and real estate business and exorted money from buyers through occupants in these properties. 

., deductions, 1031 exchanges), could potentially outweigh your current W-2 salary over time.Suggest a trial period for the first deal, involving him in decisions to build trust and confidence in the process.

I selected Lewiston for the post as I didn't see an Augusta option, but I do work all over the state.It was my family's property management business that brought me to Maine and sparked my interest in and passion for helping investors achieve their goals. 

Gives you more options.- at year 7 if value appreciated a lot, can i do a HELOC on it and use that HELOC to pay off the balloon - probably not due to lien being secondary etc on helocYes on the HELOC, but it would probably be easier just to refi and pay off the seller, and cash out more money too.Hope that helps and good luck!

I don't have personal recommendations but a Google search of "eviction attorney San Diego" turned up a lot of options.

I am also interested in the MTR and LTR market as an option.

Since you're putting 15%-20% down, a conventional investment loan will likely be your best option.

I’d focus on property types that align with my strategy, leveraging financing options that fit my budget.

One of those options is to let the tenant know you won't renew their lease, then offer them the opportunity to leave early if they find another rental.

So the one's on the sidelines that did not get involved, and or are not coming from a position of strength--- now no longer can invest.