I’m not sure what sort of extensive “due diligence” you did but clearly you didn’t.

To be clear, you are not paying off the 80K mortgage.

He sold that duplex last year, and cleared a 6 figure PROFIT. 

Since then I have focused on finding good deals and getting great financing to get stellar cash on cash returns.I have clearly written out levels of of my dream life I want to achieve.

I currently live in Southern Maine and am looking to construct some kind of new project rather getting into rehabbing existing residentialProposed Land Budget 100-200kConstruction Budget: 400kAll in 500-600k.I have found that if I do the site work myself including clearing, septic and digging the foundation is that i can sub contract out either steel or a Lester style building (50x150) for around 300k installed with insulation and power , divided into three 2500 square foot units. 

Quote from @John Mason: @Ryan I think that it is an underrated way to scale but if you have the LLC and buyout strategy clear , it is a  good path..I'll have to put a bit more thought into this in 2025- thanks John! 

Both screen doors upstairs do not function correctly.Plumbing problems-The garbage disposal in the kitchen was not cleaned, is smelly and the rubber is flipped outwards.The bathroom sink in the smaller bedroom does not drain correctly despite us using an entire bottle of drain cleaner on it.Common areas that are not kept clean or have garbage-There was no attempt to clear the patio of years of accumulated debris and filth.

A well written management contract should clearly spell out what is expected of both the PMC and the owner, to PROTECT both and avoid misunderstandings.

Fees should be clearly stated in writing, easy to understand, and justifiable.

Sell 5 keep the six free and clear.