I wasn't so blessed by the tech gods, but luckily I am also not influenced by affluence. 

Actually, properties that are close to eachother may not influence eachother.RE markets are not global financial markets. 

Hey @Zach Knoll,  considerations for property management depend on valuing time versus money, influenced by financial status and age.

And I think the Fed will push it this way and the only doubt I have is the influence of the election.

Unless you specified it in your management agreement that he only pays you certain amount per month, you are entitled to see the cost of maintenance since they influence your rental income.

Only way your going to pull that off is with a partner or with private money that YOU line up (not a mortgage broker).I have bought houses with the vendor carrying back all of their equity - so it is possible, but I was working with motivated vendors (key word here), and without an agent getting in the way.

Motivate the tenant to pay or move out.

Examine the causes of the vacancy, including any new developments or economic influences.

Wehn they are influencing our communities in a negative way than we non-renew them as soon as we can.

As a mother, wife, IT professional, and future investor, you've got a lot on your plate, but your passion for real estate will serve you well.Taking ActionListening to the BiggerPockets podcast is a fantastic way to boost your knowledge and motivation.