OK got it.. no different than going to a Tony Robbins event you have all the likely suspects selling their version of how to get rich and or take control of your personal affairs.

Assuming you as the landlord are responsible for pest control, get the flea issue treated. 3.

While some property management companies may prefer to control the listing for operational convenience, it’s crucial that you, as the owner, retain ownership to safeguard your reviews, booking history, and overall control of the property.

@Jill Hutson, vacancy and turnover costs are EXPENSIVE especially if you are an out of town landlord paying an agent/PM for tenant placement.

I work with the best in town. 

And unlike property taxes, it’s something you have a lot of control over.

I'm a 30 year old who lives in the small town of Bennington VT.

Look for town with prices around what you want to spend then talk to real estate agents and investors in those areas.  

Taxes, insurance, pest control, utilities, software, etc comes out to around $13k per year each for my 2 bedroom cabins.Also unplanned capital expenses will add up.  

Assuming you are not subject to rent control, file the Failure to Pay Rent form and start eviction proceedings.