Most folks do not have the social skills, fortitude or personal touch to build up a strong network needed to succeed as a RE agent.

You have to have the fortitude to ride those ups and downs.

I would say that somebody who has less financial resources, but more intestinal fortitude could make a good amount of money in markets like Oakland or Richmond. 

I warn that they must have the means and fortitude to ride out the down cycles otherwise they can sell low and lose money.I have purchased a couple times at near market high times (1992 and 2003) that had the properties initially lose value (the 2003 purchase at its low was down more than $100K). 

But if she is unwilling to stand up for her rights as a property owner, it may be time for someone with the fortitude to deal with "the issue," to step in and take the problem off the landlord's hands.

Those that can do....... those that can't should hire a PM.If one does not have the fortitude to be honest with their tenants and present themselves as the owner they should not be interacting with tenants. 

Hey @Jonathan Vandal, are you confident that they have the means and fortitude to pay you rent if you were to rent to them?

I know there are stocks that beat that, but what percentage of stockholders have had the foresight and fortitude to hand on when the market tanks.  

It takes constant follow up, diligence and overall intestinal fortitude, let alone a lot of faith in a stranger with your Home Depot account. 

I would get it rectified and then sell the property and move on.. landlording is not for everyone unless you have the mental and intestinal fortitude like @Thomas S. is talking about your next tenant could be 5 times worse especially given the description of the home and area.I would sell and move on..