But as a matter of policy, I just tell everyone that actually applied (that I didn't pick) that I rented the apartment to "another qualified candidate".

@Kristin Vegas how did you pick Youngstown?

As long as the tenant receives it and signs a copy, you should be good.Certified Mail works because the Courts accept this as delivered even if the tenant never picks it up.

So as to not seem biased and to be fair one REIA may appeal to you and your needs more then mine so my pick for the last many years may not be your pick. 

Thanks Jason, would be great to pick your brain and see if it's an area for me. whats the best way to reach you? 

Hey everyone,I’ve been working in real estate for a little bit now, and like many of you, I’ve found that two big challenges keep coming up:Finding distressed or off-market properties before they get picked up by others.The time-consuming process of property analysis—especially when trying to figure out ROI, ARV, or repair costs quickly.I’m curious how you all are dealing with these issues.

From a fellow newbie.I work a 9-5 as well and plan on keeping my hospital job (Luckily, I am only part-time at this job but have the option to pick-up extra shifts or take extra call 📟). 

I had a chance to pick the brain of the auctioneer who runs the auctions for a number of the counties and municipalities in GA.  

Start picking the minds of the people who are already in the industry and see which side of real estate you would like to get into. 

I did it for a number of years and typically picked up one property per year.