I don’t think it should be that hard, besides Real-estate is a gamble no matter what!

OK formally stealing this quote  Love it so true.. its not cash flow is everything and appreciation is icing on the cake or gambling.

In the market I invest in (Chicago), it would be foolish and a gamble to trade a decent property manager (who is very $ reasonable) for some on ne you take a chance with by transferring management in order to achieve greater efficiency.

If I knew it was only 4 months I'd take the gamble, but at this point I am considering selling as leases expire for my SFHs. 

I’m not a huge Dave Ramsey fan, but in this case I’d recommend you don’t gamble- pay down the loans and regain some control.

So I guess my original question should have been more specific in that, Yes, this strategy is a gamble, but the risk to reward in this particular market makes a lot of sense.

Why would you take a gamble on losing one with an automatic rent increase?

I know I'm taking a gamble of with ordering a home inspection and then tenants not opening doors.. but i feel tenants are probably annoyed with different people coming to see their homes.. but if planning a few weeks notice to let them know of a home owner inspection.. they might cooperate ? 

This is a tough business and the truths behind its challenges aren't spoken of authentically in many places.

One more thing:  If you think "Two Step Authentication" is a fail-safe protection, think again:  My iPhone got hacked, too.