Doesn't mean I won't but I need to make sure my family and I are on the same page before I start the grind to get out of the grind each day.

Go visit the planning and zoning department in person.

Also PM would do a checklist during that photo visit to try to catch extra people, unregistered pets, leaks, damage, maybe bad water heaters/HVAC units, storm damage, so that's being proactive.I think these days too many PMs are in it to try to figure out how they can milk the heck out of stupid owners vs helping them build a portfolio and be successful owners.Being proactive on preventative maintenance, being quick on delinquencies, providing property values and options is helpful. 

It get's to be a tangled web on paper, but that's kind of the point. 

I know the city inside out and lived there for 20 years, visiting regularly.

see Facebook group:Norada Capital Default Notice:If you are one of the investors, please see Facebook page with agencies and links to file complaints !

In fact I'll be visiting Fort Wayne to explore from 7/20-7/23, drop a line if any particular area/places I should check out!

I started seeking advice from older investors not 25 year old investors (they have great motivation and passion but not on the same page as me) and they said being less leveraged on RE was a cautious approach to take. 

see Facebook group:Norada Capital Default Notice:If you are one of the investors, please see Facebook page with agencies and links to file complaints !

We're totally on the same page that "burdens and benefits" of ownership is the key.