I work with Property Management in Houston but can recommend some great networking/educational events for you :) Check out Space City REI - there's monthly meetups with an educational speaker relating to real estate investing and there are plenty of Investors looking for Wholesalers out there! 

They still owe the back rent as evidenced by the fact that your resident gave you a credit card authorization.If CFPB doesn't have a solution, then you have to decide if going to small claims court is worth it.

It’s smart that you’re looking into multifamily options, it can really help offset your living expenses while building long-term wealth.When analyzing deals, some key things to focus on are rental comps, vacancy rates, and property management costs.

I wasn't skeptical at first because I control who I decide to rent my property to. 

You'll also want to make sure you look into a good property manager since they'll be your biggest help to stabilize and manage the day to day operations of owning property. 

Quote from @Carson Hyland: Even if you buy the right property, failing to manage it well will kill your cash flow. 

This year, I’ve decided to focus on the tenant experience by painting entire walls, not just touching up!

You’ll need to treat it like a business—handling tenant management, accounting, legal compliance, property maintenance, and more.That said, when done correctly, it’s a powerful tool for building wealth!

I’ve been looking into areas like Oakhurst, Mariposa, Yosemite West, and surrounding towns.If you own or manage a vacation rental in this region, I’d love to hear about your experience.

So, when that happens, you won't really have to decide, you'll just know it's a great deal and you'll shorten your timeline!!