This is part of my loan process - a discovery and strategy session with the client to understand their scenario, future plans, and overall situation so I can structure the loan to fit into it. 

If they’re facing a short-term financial hiccup and you feel they’re otherwise a reliable tenant, you might consider setting up a plan for them to catch up on what they owe.

If you are planning to stay in the Investing field, you need good real estate agents to help you in several ways.

Hi, sounds like you have a plan.

If the plan is to hold for 5 years and sell then maybe existing is ok. 

I have the second address and spot meter report completed and having plans drawn up.  

Understand the difference between owning RE personally versus in a retirement plan. 

However, we just moved up to Asheville, NC last week and plan to begin investing here as well!

Check with some local banks in the area and tell them your plan.

Are you planning on self-managing or do you need to hire a property manager?