So far, they seem to be on top of things - they return my phone calls and emails promptly - so that's a huge step forward.

All of the above having been said:The short answer to your question is: If they are prompt in returning calls and getting you the info you need to CLOSE DEALS, they're the one.

Also, their educational videos and customer service have always promptly answered any questions we have had. 

I had to get creative if I was going to house hackI bought a house zoned R-1-C in august 2017 and promptly turned it into an airbnb. 

In debt due to medical school, which we promptly paid off with a real paycheck coming in. 

The next thing is that when a bill is due to a contractor, pay it very promptly.

I just started reading J Scott's Book on Flipping Houses today, and the section on Portfolio loans prompted me to make this post.

Outside of that, I have a good lease, fix everything that needs promptly, try to invest in my places as needed, and let the tenants know from day 1 I don't put up with damaging the property or not paying the rent.

A growing family prompted me to upgrade to a nearby house, which we did in 2013.

Serve it promptly, and then if they don't pay, you already have the paperwork going for the eviction.Problem tenants, and tenants who can't afford the rent can usually be avoided with a good screening process.Just move on.