I'm a carpenter / contractor by trade, and I've done a few major whole-house renovations of personal homes over the last decade or so.  

The last reply seems like a lot of work.

I know one-sided relationships usually don't last, but given my lack of experience I doubt I can be much of a value-add friend - unless you're looking for insider tips on how NOT to do some things :)  So you folks with more experience, let me know what kinds of things turn you up or down when it comes to newcomers.

I think I saw a stat last week that said 40% of DFW renters are now paying 50% of their salary in rent. 

Having just spent the last 5 days touring Portugal its apparent this move that Clayton and his wife made has yet again been to their benefit at the cost of their investors.This is hardly any kind of hardship on them..

I then Issued a 3 day Notice to Quit last week, no response!

If you've transacted in hundreds of transactions over the last two years and have 15 employees how are you funding the current operation? 

However, my income is inconsistent, with last month’s earnings around $4,000, this month expected to be about $3,000, and an average of roughly $2,000 per month.

Lastly, make sure your tenants have renters insurance to cover their property.

I really like this and I will follow it.One last comment, if I want to focus on finding deals, what are the most efficient/productive ways to find them?