Just as a general attitude.....I would not be buying out of state, turnkey or otherwise, as a first investment.  

(Allowing your dog to train you on minor things, like a small bone a day is good for the dog's attitude, a dog that is totally subservient is not a happy dog,  you know, just like a 5 year old kid.

Doesn't vanish for a day or two in the middle of a project.Communication - easy to reach, is proactive in communicating issues or statuses to meTechnology - can handle emails, texts, sending photos via smartphone, capable of even taking a short video and uploading to a Youtube account for my viewing (this can be a big time saver for both parties)Professional - nothing fancy or expensive, just honest, competent, business-like, with a decent attitude.

So, seeing the "who cares, I do it" attitude has a motive.

Yup.The key is, have the right attitude, don't expect things to be handed to you, and be prepared to work hard.

Sounds like you have the right attitude and a great idea in getting some experience through networking with active investors. 

You have an attitude ofdiscontent with the way things are, and that is theentrepreneurial spirit.

I love your attitude ("Make some mistakes but learning along the way"), it's spot-on.

The upside is unlimited and if you have the right attitude it can be the most rewarding career you've ever had.That's why I got my license, because I wanted to be my own boss and I had a keen interest in real estate.

It's going to depend on your relationship with the tenant and their attitude on the changes.You might have to count this one as a learning opportunity and start preparing a new lease for when the current lease expires.