But if your properties aren't performing well, then you can look into selling and buying rental properties that perform better elsewhere.

I know the freeze damage happened first because if the copper pipe theft had happened first the freeze damage would be less extensive than it was.You need to know what vlaues are before you start. 

Investors way more experienced than me suggest building a portfolio of high quality properties that produce well instead of a ton of low quality under performing properties. 

I believe if you use a quality PM the financial performance will be close to self managing an LTR.Good luck

I am extremely handy with a vast collection of tools so can perform improvements myself.

Owners mistakenly ASSUME all PMCs offer the exact SAME SERVICES and PERFORM those services EXACTLY THE SAME WAY, so price is the only differentiator – so, they often select the first PMC they call or that calls them back!

15 properties and cleared an extensive background/portfolio check.

One tenant already asked for an extension till September 30th so she could get the apartment she wanted.

Can't you perform better buying 50 units in a market that perhaps has a higher cost of entry but due to better fundamentals experiences significant appreciation?   

West Chula Vista and IB have been on my list for at least 5 years and west Chula Vista has been out performing the general market.