We are currently looking into buying a house in San Antonio which will be our base and from there we can venture into other areas and find good deals.

I would venture to say that it might be worth your time to pay the rent directly to the new landlord to get rid of a problem.

Quote from @Saijal Sindwani: This is an example of how DIY landlords fail to protect their investment.

Hi all,I had a timed investment finally become available and have been considering putting it into a STR venture.  

Join in some local groups or check online listings such as Zillow, Redfin, etc.If you're also in need of funds for your real estate venture don't hesitate to reach me.

I would be happy to talk about sub2, joint venture partnering, lease options, buying on wraps AITDs, getting private money and negotiating terms deals with sellers.Thx for offering!

However, with the right approach, it can be a rewarding and profitable venture that brings you closer to your financial independence goals.I'd be happy to connect with you and provide insights into the current Kansas City market, along with information on turnkey properties.

@David S RobertsI'd venture to say those nearby properties are just ignoring the law.Most cities and counties in Colorado have well-defined STR requirements, and if you meet those, then you can operate a vacation rental. 

Another way to learn how to use other peoples money is to joint venture with someone.

It's very user friendly and makes diy property management easy.