That's 500 letters a month.If it were me, I'd start with a laser targeted list of about 300 and hit them twice a month for two months.

Lower the insurance deductible, leave a light on in the house so it looks occupied, screw backdoor and downstairs windows closed or cut pieces of wood so windows can't be opened, put a privacy fence around the backyard, blinds, timers to make tv or lights go off and on every so often, leave kids toys out front, set bear traps along the perimeter of the hvac units and cover with leaves.

An idea Ive been toying with for a while is giving financial books to my tenants. 

Some have paid with a money order or cash instead, but that was their choice...not something I've required.Lawn Care:  I take care of it, but then I live on the property also.Maintenance issues:  Same.Late Fees:  I have toyed with two ideas. 

The second I decided to pursue RE again, I've had a laser guided focus.  

I have been toying with the idea now for about 2 years and if I get good feedback I may start this immediatly in my area.

I happen to believe that if i spend that $150 on the house, then i'm at least not spending it on more "toys" and junk for myself.

I happen to believe that if i spend that $150 on the house, then i'm at least not spending it on more "toys" and junk for myself.

All of the poorly designed logos and bouncing things in the dock seem so incredibly childish, like something one would find on a child's toy.

Fraud is nothing to toy with.