Note; Under any/all move out option(s) A, B and or C, resident will be held financially responsible for all cleaning and damages in accordance with the lease and is required to pay all rent, utilities and other obligations even if moved out before a new resident is found or end date of lease.

I'll jump on the band wagon and also emphasize the importance of networking.

Need to rip that Band-Aid off first month they don't pay rent and as soon as legally possible for your state.Plan to move out, hope you're not being played, but it's typical buying time language. 

I have a long list of potential cities, but am having a difficult time narrowing that list down using any sort of consistent standards.

Account Closed, I would focus less on narrowing down the type of property and location and focus more on finding good deals.

No doubt.I would recommend researching more the Air b&b and STR in San Diego..starting mid 2019 things are changing around here

Account Closed Michigan is quite large, are you able to narrow down what area in Michigan you were thinking about investing in?

B and C multifamily will be there for you, when you're ready... the first step is to get your basic balance sheet in order.

Account Closed I hope I get proposed to with a rubber band and a 3 cash flowing properties.

Have you narrowed your focus to a certain type of property or area?