Let them know there’s a balance due and give them the opportunity to pay, but don’t expect miracles.

Find a great, local lender who knows the VA program inside and out.

If the home needs anything, I also have great connections with handymen, painters, electricians, plumbers, and general contractors and would be happy to be a resource.The Spring market is already heating up here in KC, so now is a great time to sell to pull back out your cash in the deal.

Then I'd push those factors out if there were no good comps.  2 miles, 6 months.  2 miles 12 months , etc.It takes some local knowledge to know when you're pushing those parameters out too far to be useful. 

You can try small claims court, but nothing is enforceable, so it is mostly a waste of your time...and some of the problematic tenants know this.I agree with Jill, if they do make payments, take cash or money orders-no cheques.

It’s also great to know you already have another investment property.

Sometimes you need to know when you can hold em and when its time to fold em and move on.

That’s a great move—starting early with analyzing deals will put you in a strong position when you're ready to buy.Since you're open to other markets in the Southeast, I’d definitely recommend taking a look at Chattanooga.

Let me know what you find out!

Everyone already knows someone who can sell them a house in the US.With over 15 years of experience combined in international travel and Airbnb hosting, I am now a full-time consultant that helps Americans purchase property and set up their businesses abroad.Me and my partner own three apartments in Croatia that I manage myself remotely.