But that alone is not quality work, make your calls, provide value and always be learning. 

Maybe start with a part-time ops manager or a reliable lead cleaner to free up your time while keeping quality high.

Quote from @V.G Jason: Buy 2-3 quality rentals with a 1.25 DSCR.

What are your thoughts on a quality metal frame with glass top dining table? 

@Rosette PooleRecommend you first figure out the property Class you want to invest in, THEN figure out the corresponding location to invest in.Property Class will typically dictate the Class of tenant you get, which greatly IMPACTS rental income stability and property maintenance/damage by tenants.If you apply Class A assumptions to a Class B or C purchase, your expectations won’t be met and it may be a financial disaster.If you buy/renovate a property in Class D area to Class A standards, what quality of tenant will you get?

But the main issue has been tenant quality.

Some theming is basic and some is overdone, try to be unique or at least high quality, not a place you want to skimp.

My strategy incorporates asset protection measures like LLCs, specific trusts as well as professional property management to spread risk and ensure quality operations.As well as using tax codes to my benfiitSection 179, IRC Section 162, Cost Segregation and Bonus Depreciation and later 1031 them out for larger projects. 

One thing I’ve always done is focus on the 75th percentile of the rent estimates, as my properties tend to fall into that range (very nice, but small with no amenities).While I think there will always be some manual research involved, the current platforms lack key functionality that could be easily implemented with the available market data and technology.1.Quality Metrics:•Filter comps to match the quality of your rentals.

The key is working with a good VA agency that uses well-known CRMs—this allows you to track their work, monitor lead quality, and have clear visibility into the numbers.