Cash for keys is probably not effective since they don't have anywhere to go [most LL are not likely to rent to them] however, I plan to have that conversation and offer any assistance with moving.Thanks again

Well, I can say from my personal experience owning only A/B located properties, if you maintain all appropriate licenses, take care of your properties, and are responsive to your tenants its smooth sailings.

Items such as this that could be easily replaced by almost any LL at a very minimal cost, will turn into a $135 aggravation at best if you overlook it!

Hey all, I currently have a new home being built that I would like to keep in my personal portfolio.

It's good to see it through each season then you;ll have a better idea of what to expect. 

Is your $15k even enough of an emergency fund for you personally?  

The Importance of a Great Real Estate Agent: A Personal Paradigm ShiftI got my real estate license a while back, and I always heard people talk about the importance of "bringing value" as an agent or broker.

If you have a chunk of money to get going I'd personally buy the biggest thing you can if you don't I think house hacking into a 4 plex is great. 

Personally, I love working with distressed properties, especially foreclosures.

I am not familiar with Avail and whether a LL can view credit history.