Other lease provisions may apply as well, such as prohibition against causing the LL to incur fines and damages.

Based on rent of $1,695, I think you'll be lucky to get an appraised value of $160k with a CoC return well under 2%.

To avoid going through the same poor experience, keep reading.Even if someone gives you a referral here, do NOT make the mistake of assuming that the PMC will meet your expectations, just because they met the expectations of the referral source.In our experience, the #1 mistake owners make when selecting a Property Management Company (PMC) is ASSUMING instead of CONFIRMING.It's often a case of not doing enough research, as they don't know what they don't know!

Looking for ways to expand my network as well as possible job opportunities. 

You must learn to manage the property well.

I highly recommend a well-qualified REALTOR who works with investors and knows how to help you best.7.

Some companies allow property owners to select tenants and set the screening criteria...We do not - our criteria does not bend. 

Quote from @Jay Fayz: Hello everyone,I've recently been exploring real estate as a potential career path and I'm looking for advice on the best entry-level job to gain experience and knowledge.

We hear less BPRE episodes featuring individual investors, and it missing the breadth of STR and LTR knowledge that David Green and Rob brought into the discussion with the guests. 

I would go the VA loan if you can, no pmi will help your debt ratio as well.