Just remember: most negative reviews are written by problematic tenants.

You might charge a little more rent to account for the vacant months but ideally you'll have time to turn them over and rent them out sooner in the following year.

I was trying to remember what I had read here on BP while I was talking to her.

Ideally, interested in small rental properties around $150k (2 bedroom apartment?) 

Do not expect an easy time or ideal terms on a cash out refinance if the property is not occupied and cashflowing.  

I’d say it depends on your ideal persona to rent to.

To play devils advocate, I remember clearly in 2006 as people pointed out we were nearing the peak of a cycle, experts came in and said, "but it is different this time".

Just remember if you are going to mail mailers and look for off-market deals you'll likely be competing with some bigger wholesalers.

Remember Your doing this to make money not run a 501c

Ideally, I would like to track finances on each property in my portfolio, focusing on income, expenses, cash flow, bills, and basic tracking to make end of year taxes easier.Thank you for your help