I like that tip of calling property management companies in different cities to learn the market- something I will do if I choose to invest out of state.

@Jared AppelWelcome to the community and be ready for a huge amount of information at your finger tips.

This is our first time working with a property manager so any tips would be greatly appreciated on how to proceed moving forward.. thank you!

I'm thinking about renting the basement room and share the kitchen. my question here is what are some requirements or tips when renting a room 

Welcome to the community and be ready for a huge amount of information at your finger tips.

Sharing tips can help us all move toward making short-term rentals truly passive income!

I am asking because that is a science and often inhabited by regulars who know how to bid you up on the duds if you haven't done it.One tip I would give you before you go into Indiana would be to really take a hard look at your 7 units and 10 doors and see if there are any underperformers in the bunch.

(2) Does anyone have any best practices or tips on dealing with rental properties and tenants that have been impacted by a natural disaster?

Welcome to the community and be ready for a huge amount of information at your finger tips.

Your guidance, tips and strategies are very much appreciated and needed for a new investor like myself.