This tends to be the issue with these lower cost homes, unless you buy them very very cheap.

Your project is amazing and it would see a real change for people if done right.First you have to identify what you are looking for.

I did this with many folks on the road our lake house is on and they call if there is an issue.

For your next steps, focus on identifying areas in Northeastern PA with strong rental demand and property values that align with your cash flow goals.

Most of the time is spent answering guest inquiries, scheduling cleanings, and handling the occasional issue that pops up.

Use customized leases with state-specific templates and consult a lawyer for complex issues.

I would like to have some of the results looked into further, repaired, or credits issued so that we can repair.

When switch ownership there are sometimes issues.

Get a DBA and use to open a business bank account.Have your properties "hire" the DBA to manage your rentals and collect rents.Most states require a lease to identify the owner of a leased property, whether a person, trust, LLC, IRA, etc.Landlord = Lord of the Land = Owner per deedAgent = someone legally representing the ownerProperty Manager = Agent

If you are comparing the two, you may get more appreciation, but more issues in Long Beach versus something steadier in Riverside.