I've reached out to the broker and let them know that in the future I am to be contacted prior to any financial decisions/ price increases.

Its your decision how you want to do it. 

Most lenders will require it and its just a smart business decision.

A good broker should be able to guide you in your investment decisions in terms of giving you insights about different markets and asset classes, current trends in those markets, any other specialized info and statistics that they have access to and that is not publicly available.

I've already learned so much in my short time and am putting my ducks in a row to make a big time decision.   

Trash can criminals are the worst maybe instead of paying the fine just do the time which i'm guessing is 1 night in jailcome out of Cuyahoga county jail as a hardened landlord with a rep on the streets. people will say "poor guy just wanted to build wealth and have passive income... now look at him"

Please continue to use us as a soundboard as you narrow your thought process and get closer to your decision.  

They'll also then be able to reflect these strategies on your return.If you are going to be doing lots of deals, consider a CPA that understands setting up systems within your business that can help you make better decisions and make more money (weekly profitability reports by property, weekly project reports on rehabs, etc.)And finally- if you are planning on doing your own taxes, don't do it the first year.

Is it due to foreclosure or due to eviction or other bad decisions. 

I am cash poor but time rich.