They likely missed their deadlines or the tenant is an expert at gaming the system.

Increase your knowledge, experience, then confidence - go for it afterwards... get as many as you can handle or create a automated system to handle for you.

You'll want them to plug you in with their system of lenders, property managers, contractors, and etc.

In the event that you do have a true squatter its a fairly standard eviction process which is unfortunate but does happen in this business.On a preventative note if you have a vacant unit you can put in a security system that uses cellular and you will get notification if anyone comes in. 

But, what critics of NAR fail to realize is that this has resulted in the most efficient system of transferring real property in the world.  

My best advice for those who are looking to invest out of state in any market is finding a solid investor agent (someone who invests in real estate themselves) because they can plug you in with their systems, processes, and real estate team (contractors, lenders, property managers, etc).

Keyrenter North Jersey opened this year, leveraging the proven processes, systems, technology, and infrastructure of the large organization, combined with the focus, support, customer service and local expertise of a small business.

Context:*For my business - I had initially setup a profit-first system w/ multiple bank accounts at my local credit union*For the properties under management -  I setup two trust accounts (rents and deposits) with Chase. 

You might do some value-add type rehab, raise rents, reduce expenses by upgrading systems, appealing assessments, shopping insurances, etc.If you can find a deal now and you work that deal, it should on average get better over time ESPECIALLY when you get that opportunity to refinance at a lower rate.

Their system is broken!