Keep an eye out for stuff like that.If none of that works, you’re probably in it for the long haul until they leave on their own.

If you hate the process of placing tenants, it may be worth it to hire a property manager to handle tenant placement for you.I think finding a new tenant is a better long term strategy if you're confident you can find a higher quality tenant that will cause you fewer headaches.

However, I probably would not upgrade it but I would rent it out LONG TERM at least until you know your long term status in Portland.  

My biggest aim is to ensure that my long-term success aligns with whoever I invest with's long-term success instead of making their money on the upfront sale and leaving me on my own. 

I would like to find a mentor/agent who has experience with Foreclosures (HUD) who would be willing to answer questions and work together in the Phoenix/Scottsdale area.I'm on a new journey in life and finally taking steps in the Investor direction... something I should have done a long time ago.

The mid term rental company is great but real wealth comes from long term ownership.

If your goal is financial freedom, which is a long-term goal, not so much.Financial freedom is a long-term proposition, not a one-time event.

Quote from @Steve Englehart: I currently have two long term rentals and am looking into buying into the short term rental arena.  

HELOC= short term useFixed (first or second) = long term use like a down payment.  

Price fair, don't get greedy, play the long game.