Bite the bullet and replace it Cheap probably was not the best choice of words for some people. 

You made good choices with the books you're reading!

Local HML if rates are competitive to me would be a better choice they will help in the buy decisions and keep you from making a big boo boo.

For reference the higher value property is in California and the rest of the properties are in Texas & Utah.

Ask for references. 

They take the success that have had (and I am only referring to people who have actually had success, I am not referring to scam artists that pretend to have had success but who have never actually had success) and they figure out a way to present the information in a way where they themselves don't need to teach it on a one on one basis.  

ya the one I just mentioned to Jay Hurst was a guy who supposedly had off shore money and would get us a large line just needed to give them 500k.. big dog and pony show at wall st lawyer etc.. they even had shills for references that we called and again just did not pass the sniff test..

They prevent bedbugs from entering or escaping mattresses.Routine Inspections: Regularly check mattresses, bed frames, and furniture for signs of bedbugs (small black spots, eggs, or live bugs).Furniture Choice: Choose furniture with metal or plastic legs instead of wood, as bedbugs are less likely to infest non-porous surfaces.Bedbug Traps: Place bedbug traps under bedposts and other furniture legs to catch any potential bedbugs before they become a problem.Professional Cleaning: Schedule routine deep cleans between guest stays, and if you ever suspect bedbugs, hire a pest control professional immediately.Clear Guidelines: Educate your cleaning staff on how to spot bedbugs early, and encourage them to report any signs immediately.These steps will help you set up a smooth, well-managed STR that’s ready to generate revenue while maintaining a good relationship with your LTR tenants.

that's your choice but you're reducing the pool of applicants significantly.

the first property I purchased was in Cleveland back in 2005 a single family that I purchased for  22k cash and i rehabbed it after work and on weekends this property was in the hood I put 12k in it put a tenant in and sold it for 79k to investor who an real estate agent referred me.