Very helpful and  I think that what you are doing sounds  like a very good pet  policy. 

The migrant farm worker program works fairly well.

Otherwise, seems like a great passive investment with long-term upside! 

If you find an actual property that looks like a homerun and would warrant a HELOC, then you can go for it without reservation.

Online platforms like Zillow, PropStream, and Auction.com are worth exploring, and don’t forget to check out local real estate groups for deals and partnerships.Since you’re in Racine, the Rental Property Association of Wisconsin and Milwaukee REIA are great resources for networking, finding contractors, and learning about funding opportunities.

The PM was basically being rude and said “well you shouldn’t have broken the furnace anyway.”

Renovation work throughout both apartments, gutted and refinished the basement as well as extensive work in the private backyard.

If there are lease violations, mention them-you not having a key to access the unit WITH proper notice or in case of emergency is one of them.I'd also tell the tenant that they are clearly not happy there, so finding a new place is in their best interest as well and as they have several months, they should have lots of options.

Additionally, the STR market is quite oversaturated right now as well

The hilly terrain is a main reason for this and you can't really see that on a map so knowing the areas is key.We have old housing stock as well so big things like plumbing and electrical can vary cost wise if they have or haven't been updated.