You may have to search a bit for the right contractor or engineer - sometimes I see one solution dominating in an area - "that is how we always do it"  Thanks for the input - yes, it sounds like the specific area this house is in is particularly bad for foundation issues.  

James and his people who manage the program are nice and give basic sales and negotiation advice but not much that moves the needle in any situation.

Usually, by the second month, you are figuring out how to evict.Sometimes we have a specific unit that has been on the market a long time. 

I also work specifically with investors only in the real estate arena.

But in this case what is the difference from the buyer prospective, other then they are getting a better loan/ equity situation then conventional financing?

These can be great for making initial connections and learning about specific markets.Since you're thinking long-term, consider spending some time in your target markets to build relationships with agents, property managers, and contractors.

The challenge is finding a partner who shares your vision and is willing to put in the work to make it a win-win situation.

Hey Randall,Your question totally depends on your goals and situation but rarely is it best to lose $200 a month. 

I don't know the specifics of your state, but in Mississippi, my property manager has filled for garnishment for the amount of rent that is owed.

I'm data driven and would love to immerse myself in IL, AL, MC specific property, demographic and investor-centric data sources the same way I've done in my previous area of focus.