One of my applicants showed up with little credit but no defaults, no evictions, and only traffic violations and verified income high enough to cover well over 3 times the rent and I accepted the tenant despite there being some signs.He paid the rent in time for the most part until a few weeks ago when he stopped and I could not get ahold of him.

Watch out for egress (windows or doors) as well.  

Well worth the money.

How well does your property cash flow?

Buying a portfolio might lead you to making decisions you don't have the experience and foresight to make well.

Investors want to know why you’re the best person to execute a strategy.Strategic Partnerships – Aligning with experienced operators, property managers, or development partners can accelerate growth and boost credibility.Build a Strong Online Presence – Having a professional website, investor portal, and well-documented case studies can go a long way in attracting both investors and deals.Raising capital and scaling a real estate business takes time, but with your background and passion, you’re already ahead of the game.

I remember being 30 minutes into a call and him saying “alright well I don’t know what else we have to talk about.”

A well written management contract should clearly spell out what is expected of both the PMC and the owner, to PROTECT both and avoid misunderstandings.

Filter changes are a good time if you have them as well.

The main thing being: giving up a property that appears to have appreciated pretty well is just a touch pill to swallow and I've regretted a few moves I've made when put in a similar situation to yours, and I had less equity in mine.It sounds like you're moving to Raleigh in the near future and want to buy a multifamily to househack.