When confronted with visible mold in the laundry area our instinct was to act immediately, which may have been the first step in the tenant's parents belief it was not the fault of their kids.

Lack of belief.4.

Yeah unfortunately a lot of people who want to invest in CA hear the word rule in the 70% and stick to it religiously, then are unable to find any properties that meet their criteria.

My belief is you are being ripped a big one at 6%.Good luck.PS.

In business and other things a mentor will assist in helping overcome obstacles and cut down on costly mistakes as well, at least that is my belief. 

My personal belief is that keeping your tenant’s rent artificially low is actually hurting rather than helping them.

It is my belief that you have to keep in mind WHY people are renting (vs buying) in the first place and take this into account on a case by case basis.

You have to choose which belief system you think is right and make the best investments you feel will benefit you the most with minimizing the risk of losing it all.

My belief is that a good (even decent) realtor will sell the house faster and for more than you would be able to do yourself.Now, if you are truly interested in not using a realtor, don't have much cash, and are looking for alternative ways to invest you could consider becoming a wholesaler (and as you build up your saving keeping some of the better deals for yourself). 

Go for 1.5 hours.Do it religiously for 2 months and if you can throw in an extra day here or there do it.I find the breaking point is around 2-3 months and thats when people give up.