@Edward HeavrinI’m all for having less properties if the cash flow meets your financial goals.

It's great to meet people from the Delaware Valley on this forum. 

You can set specific criteria to spot underpriced homes, distressed properties, or anything that’s flown under the radar.I know several investors have had more luck with using water shut off lists, so while it's more work, that might be an even better approach.One thing to note is that Privy compiles real-time MLS data and integrates public records, so you’re not just getting a snapshot of the listing status but a full picture, including owner history, property condition, and any price drops over time.That said, if your focus is primarily on expired listings, I'd also suggest checking out RedX—they’re known for their niche in expireds and FSBOs.

Some will allow it, however they will need to recast the loan and may require that you still meet the DSCR requirements on the total portfolio taking into account the property that was paid off.  

You can find real estate related careers, but they will pay less making you less lendable most likely.Go to local real estate meetups every month for six months and you will meet a lot of people who kept their job, left their job, flip homes, have rentals, and you can learn from them by building relationships while you earn.

Make sure you come to the Space City REI Meetup this month on Septermber 25th to meet some fellow BP members here in Houston - At The Cannon Event Room near Bunker Hill!

To avoid going through the same poor experience, keep reading.Even if someone gives you a referral here, do NOT make the mistake of assuming that the PMC will meet your expectations, just because they met the expectations of the referral source.In our experience, the #1 mistake owners make when selecting a Property Management Company (PMC) is ASSUMING instead of CONFIRMING.It's often a case of not doing enough research, as they don't know what they don't know!

It will be great to meet you in person next year!

There are companies that are vertically integrated specialized for helping investors who don't have the time nor the effort to spend sourcing deals, managing contractors, finding residents and managing.

When I first started years ago, I utilized owner finance and other techniques which most sellers would say no to if they didn’t meet me in person and see who they were working with.