They do, however, have up to 60 days to return a security deposit after a tenant moves out.If an eviction is necessary for nonpayment, landlords are required to send a seven-day written notice of the payment due.

Does anyone use another method of goal setting or periodic review method?

If one moves out and you get half of the rent, reject the payment.

You typically get the monthly payments but also backed by portfolio and not one note.

Some of these renters are capitalizing on low interest rates and choosing to buy, but many are unable to buy due to lack of down payment or credit factors. 

Think about it: most of them are able-bodied adults who choose to live (mostly) free off the backs of others rather than contribute to society.Rent payments are usually steady, but Section 8 tenants took a lot more work upfront, throughout their tenancy and at the end of their tenancy.

If it's in your name you can look into the potential for a HELOC or potentially refinance to pull out some of the equity you've created, but you'll need to do the math to see if you're payments will increase based on the new loan terms.

You might want to start investigating methods for locating off-market opportunities that appeal to you.

I just had a bank tell me that per new Fannie guidelines, the minimum down payment on a 3-4 unit is 20-25%, even if it is bought as a primary residence.

You may want to look at concessions to help cover costs or buy down your rate to a comfortable payment.