The transition has been somewhat smooth;  However my heart still screams INVESTOR more then anything.

Don't just settle because you had too big of a heart to kick someone out... 

Feel free to rip it to shreds, and criticize to your hearts content.

We have a heart for the city, and want to see success.

If I needed open heart surgery I'd hire a a heart surgeon.

It became clear to me that when someone clearly does not have your best interests at heart, you must eliminate them.

I'm not that shook about security deposits,, yes I get them, but if it's a current tenant and the only thing lacking is the deposit,, you'll know in a heart beat if they will be a issue... even with a deposit things go south, I guess the deposit is a nice cush but I've learned easy come easy go and I'd rather keep a good tenant than bust them over a deposit and have them irritated and leave.Personally I'd risk it.. and if things looked bad in the unit, I'd non-renew, or if they are jerks I non-renew..

If you have already learned your state codes congratulations you are in the 1% group of knowledgeable new investors.If you have not learned the codes governing you business get a copy, read it over study till you know it by heart, keep it with you at all times for reference and learn from experienced landlords how the codes are applied.

I try to run my landlord business a business but I also have a bit of a kind heart.

Your income numbers for the total value of your portfolio make me sad in my heart.