People are crazed addicts for a single metric weight. 

Some GC's are only as good as their sub's and other's are better than their sub's and are worth their weight in gold - it all depends.I've don't most of my projects with sub's for many years and have learned to recognize many things that may need more attention, etc.

If your PM is worth their weight, they are using contractors with a proven track record that back up their work.

My properties in 2 states account for about 80% of my cash flow, but the 4 SFH I have in Birmingham account for only 20%.I don’t want to sell as I’ll incur lots of tax (as they were part of a 1031 in the past), but wonder any strategies like seller finance, etc that could possibly result in higher returns on these properties.I am curious what other BP landlords do when a few properties in their portfolio aren’t pulling their weight….Thanks!

The test where one uses there head for more then a neck weight or hat holder.Your spot-on. 

There's a real good chance that the lease requires them to do several things: upkeep on the unit is a big one (damage to property), weeds outside and landscaping (which encourage pests and insects to inhabit the property), pets authorized or not, additional tenants on the property that are not on the lease.

The 2nd pic shows the same wall but from the other side and the 3rd pic shows the 2 doors need to be taken outHe said it'll run $1800 to do this and smooth everything out so it looks nice and gives us the space but if there is weight beam in the middle, then the costs may be a little moreThanks

You'll also want to ensure you have a good property manager to look after the upkeep of the property if you are not there to notice anything deteriorating or which may need attention.Creating an LLC in California could cost you a minimum tax of $800 every year.

And for upkeep between renter, a lite sanding of the current top coat will be enough of a prep for a new top coat.Good luck and remember to wear a face mask !!!!!!!

I think the charm of an historic home out weights these issues...