I've done an excellent job at meticulously tracking everything, so I feel comfortable with the "monitor closely to see what a stable asset looks like" strategy.

Conner and his team have excellent communication, rented my property quickly and handle any issues thoroughly, satisfying both myself and my tenants. 

Plus, the fact that you wouldn’t have to bring money to the closing table is a win—some investors have had to do that just to move on from a bad decision.That said, if you can hold on, cover the mortgage, and keep repairs manageable, it’s likely just a matter of time before values bounce back—especially with the projected rate cuts.Both options are valid, and there’s no right or wrong decision here.

However, they're a free software and provide excellent customer support so I still stand by them.

Regarding auctions, if you don't win the bid do you get all your money back?

Miguel, another excellent idea.

Excellent! 

If you bring the missing skills to the table, you both win and you will learn what you feel you are lacking now.Use the calculators on BP to get you focused on deals and see what works and what does not work. 

I also hear from a lot of landlords that they aren't interested because it doesn't sound like a "Win" for them.Here is what I've found works - - - - - - - (1) Picking your target correctly Theoretically, you could rent any residential space and Arbitrage it, but realistically you need to find a place where you, a total newbie, can create enough value to begin a partnership.  

Ottawa Hills: This is one of the higher-end areas in Toledo with excellent schools and a more established market.