As an new investor you should consider which factor is higher risk - proximity or market dynamics. 

Definitely worth factoring into your strategy, though

Just factor the cost into the rent.

Ask an attorney for the cost breakdown, factor in holding costs, assume they'll do more damage on the way out and then ask for a bit more for the headache.But again, especially with no experience with evictions and it sounding like a mess, I would be very tempted to just walk if the tenant is not going to cooperate. 

Hi @Emily Gowen,It sounds like you've really put a lot of thought into this, and you're weighing all the right factors.

Why ask: Be clear on what you get with the program including any tools that the company may use themselves.9.

I'm not making a 100% emotional decision, but it is a factor.

Sapphire is much more of a vacation home community.The deciding factor for me was that Sapphire and Cashiers don't have a lot to do, except for golf and hiking.

The house includes high-end upgrades such as custom cabinetry, granite countertops and energy efficient appliances.

I can't always be there for my projects, so as I'm trying to implement a system that allows me to always factor in a GC.