As large investors entered the market to acquire single family houses, our margins were squeezed and we ultimately could not maintain our target investor returns as the market totally changed.

Otherwise, I am the guy who answers questions, texts guests etc.The key to self management is setting things up and maintaining.

You'll be able to maintain most of your capital and you'll learn a lot of useful skills. 

When I pressed Delta for answers, I was issued the following stern statement: "Let me start with as a courtesy we contacted you regarding Center Street and its not obligation to maintain your financing. 

To thrive in real estate investing, you must maintain a firm grip on your finances.

I have part of a 401K loan to payback and money borrowed against my HELOC.2) Maintain a yearly savings rate above 55% for 2025.3) Purchase another rental before the end of 2025.

Even then you would still need to actually go get the license and maintain it.   

Also, can I stipulate in the lease that the tenant has to maintain the lawn and shovel the driveway and walkways, or am I required to pay a vendor?

So maybe 8 phone calls across a year if you have a well maintained unit.

We maintained our collections above 95% through that period as did most other good operators.