I'm curious as to any tips you may have to finding the best rates/loans available.

I'm crossing my fingers that some East Bay BP members see your post and offer some tips, since I have this same question - where can I find rehab, cabinet, and appliance materials at bargain prices around the San Francisco and East Bay area? 

That said, a quick tip for DIY parts replacement if you choose to go that route... if you're uncertain about what is wrong and opt to replace parts as the process of diagnosis, start with the least expensive part first and don't un-package the control board until you're absolutely certain you'll use it, as electronic parts are often not returnable if the package has been opened.Good luck!

I remember reading someone's post here on BP that this other landlord has a clause IN THE LEASE that states that any money collected from the tenant goes to pay for damages first, next to pay late fees and past rents and finally to pay current rent.In your case, when the tenant paid the rent late, the first dollars ($20 in your case) would go to pay the late fees thus leaving the tenant $20 short on current month's rent IF THAT CLAUSE IS IN THE LEASE.Not legal advice.My vote: evict.Keep reading landlording posts here on BP to get more tips.  

If any of you have any tips on books, forums, podcasts, seminars, or anything that can help me get my journey started in the right path it would be a big help, thanks!!

I would love any tips, tricks, or advice from anyone who is willing to give up some trade secrets!

The also did mention some of the numbers are lower because one of the tenants takes care of some maintenance/landscaping etc items"Thanks,Mike

See Tony Ferris' book "Park Place" (Amazon e-book) for lots of tips and great advice on remote park management.  

Came here to see if there were any other Tampa locals that wouldnt mind giving me some advice on maybe some great events to attend, areas to buy in, areas to avoid, and any tips would be greatly appreciated! 

Any advise or tips would be greatly appreciated.