As large investors entered the market to acquire single family houses, our margins were squeezed and we ultimately could not maintain our target investor returns as the market totally changed.

Otherwise, I am the guy who answers questions, texts guests etc.The key to self management is setting things up and maintaining.

It will cost your money to get and maintain.  

I want to be a part of this market because I know I can offer tenants a well-maintained, up-to-code home.

I have part of a 401K loan to payback and money borrowed against my HELOC.2) Maintain a yearly savings rate above 55% for 2025.3) Purchase another rental before the end of 2025.

Also, can I stipulate in the lease that the tenant has to maintain the lawn and shovel the driveway and walkways, or am I required to pay a vendor?

Generally we raise capital from investors who want a fixed income and have enough meat on the bone to keep all the equity in the deals and push the valuation and also obtain commercial financing where we can get 75-80% LTV financing and still maintain a DSCR of 1.2+2.) 

Even then you would still need to actually go get the license and maintain it.   

However, maintaining a good relationship with your previous lender is also valuable.

By posting a notice, you maintain control while ensuring expectations are clear and legal.By the way, I don't recommend an exact 30-day notice and then dealing with prorated rent.