From my experience, security has been good, there’s plenty of space around the pools and clubhouse area too, so it’s never loud or crowded, and the HOA appears to also cater to a broader more modern and contemporary audience, to include its Canadian, Brazilian and European guests and investors.

Quote from @JD Martin: Quote from @Elizabeth NA: Good evening Alesa, I am reaching out because I would love to speak with you about your experience as I have found myself in a VERY similar situation with Cyrus Gordon and have found he has been sued over 5 times in New jersey including from me.

Multiple people including myself have tried to caution him of the the true costs but he's been repeatedly dismissive and has made it clear we give him motivation and he wants to prove us all wrong (whatever that means). 

We are in 11 markets, including Huntsville and would be happy to set up a call to talk over some options. 

Here are additional comments:1) Buying out of state removes any local knowledge you have from assisting in your success, including knowing areas, people and costs. - We always recommend buying your first rental locally if possible and DIY managing to learn as much as possible before investing OOS.2) Lots of crooks and incompetents in the PMC world:( They both cost you money.- As already stated, you'll have a small portfolio.

The deal sounded good at the beginning but thought it included his fee and it didn't so he's tacking on his 20% on every bill. 

I would include servicing costs of the loan and licensing costs.

In total, including money lost from rent, legal fees, and repairs, the situation cost almost $30k.

Does the contract include a monetary damages provision?

Beyond real estate, I have a background in media production, including event setup, documentary filmmaking, and television production during my time at PBS CET.