Emphasize over and over to the tenants that they are to call you whenever something needs to be fixed.It comes with the territory.

Sierra Vista is outside of my normal territory, so you may just want to google "Sierra Vista Short Sale Realtor" or something similar and see who pops up and interview a few.

@Maggie TasseronThere is not any state law in Florida that says you must rent to the first qualified applicant.However, it is my personal policy, and is somewhat common sense.Really interesting to hear everyone's opinions on what can easily venture into dangerous (illegal) territory with regards to 'turning down' applicants!

But cash flow of less than $100 per month wouldn't be worth it for me, and when you have to self manage a property in order to take it from a subpar deal to and OK deal that is dangerous territory.

I am venturing into a little bit of uncharted territory with a lead that came across my desk today and wanted to ask for the advice and wisdom of others. 

If you're just getting started then I'd recommend staying in an area where you're familiar with the territory.

I just want to be armed with info myself.Well, you crossed over a wee bit into enemy territory when you say you want free rent and want us to help you with that :)You don't have to sign a new lease.

Maybe I'll see things differently after I get some territory behind me. 

Our current primary will become a high end rental; which is new territory for us.

I've been learning all I can everyday, but this is all new territory for me.