I stumbled onto some good suppliers in vietnam/indonesia, and this area is perfect.

Check-Online for a Reputable REO or Foreclosure Listing Service.

My suppliers product has held up 15 years in some tubs quite well.

And I have already wasted a lot of time on the bulk process and know exactly what you are talking about, but It probably wasn't really a waste as I did learn from it and did manage to find a for real supplier.

The tenants already know my reputation, but I think someone will need to be evicted before they realize I'm serious.

Are lenders more apt to do a short sale if a reputable experienced realtor is handling the package?

Good return and a reputable company behind it.

Once you get the reputation of being a weak landlord, every tenant will know that if they want to leave for any reason, all they have to do is stop paying the rent.

Does anyone know of any reputable companies that do business here?

If I were to purchase a property in another state, would you still recommend I visit it every month, even if I have a reputable property managment company keeping an eye on it?