without getting into the question of any particular real estate 'personality's" success, or lack thereof, I can unequivocally state that the "rules" change in each differing economy.  

We went back/forth on his lack of logic and I just ended the call.To your situation, unless they filled out a adverse possession claim, beautified the home, or lived there 21 years, then squatter’s rights don’t apply.- As everyone said, get a lawyer ASAP for a civil and possibly criminal trial.

Who do you know that's new to being an agent in Austin or is looking to become an agent in Austin? I'd love to help more people get started in the industry and want to connect with some new agents!

Check with another landlord in your city to see if he has any objections to the agency or neighbor and how he handles them.

I really cannot stand lack of communication or lack of acknowledgement.  

My problem is that I believe people when they tell me things.My solution is to use an employment agency. 

All security deposits shall be held by the landlord for the tenant, who is a party to the rental agreement, in a bank, credit union, or depository institution which is insured by an agency of the federal government.

The lack of capital gain would already be a huge no no for me but so is the inferior property title (foreigners can't own land in Thailand).There are so many better ways to make a 10 - 12% ROI, which by the way you're not guaranteed to get (which would be ok if you could get capital gains)!

Don't be house poor or you may be houseless when the next downmarket, job loss, recession, or stubborn leak shows itself.If anyone is looking for advice on small software companies, or agencies, or balancing a startup during a day job, I will try to reply or answer DMs as best possible.

Lack of capital or lack of interesting opportunities?