I have a property in Kansas City that has been freshly renovated.

Sometimes a fresh perspective and the right contacts can turn things around.Don't let the traditional lending approach get you down.

If you are that far below market rent, then you should consider terminating this lease and starting fresh with a new tenant at market rate.

Read a couple of books first, so you have a fresh start with some of the basics before you go.   

Next, I would like to uncover what has rent growth / decline looked like in that city / area overall.

I enjoyed reading your post and the sense of newness and freshness of the start of your journey.

Worthwhile keeping a  few fresh fruits  lying around?

Who would lend 50k+ to a grad fresh out of college???

Most have exited since the earlier thread's activity, so I'm starting a fresh thread asking members here, did you participate in any of the completed deals and was your experience and return as advertised?

However - if you self manage the asset - you're correct that you will have additional responsibilities related to keeping your books fresh, up-to-date, and in order.