I never claimed it as we have offices, but I know many people and accountants which say it is perfectly legal. 

To add some additional context I am currently 38 and I have not accounted for inflation in getting to my $11K number and I will explain why. 

Our long-term plan involves eventually vacating our current residence to rent out both units.

PM's contractors have zero accountability with me.

I have about 75k in HYSA and an Investment account combined. 

If you have the capital and you’re looking to build the portfolio make, sure you have enough breathing room to account for any short term corrections & you’ll be ok.

@Kevin Drouillard most PMCs do not pursue collections after a tenant moves out.Check the eviction judgment to see if a money judgment was included.If not, you will need to pursue small claims judgment.Once you have a money judgment you can try to garnish (another court process) wages, bank accounts or state tax refunds.

Now, the Senate has passed SB 280 which will involve state regulation of VR's.

@Benjamin Greiner just commented on another post about a tenant threatening to sue over mold issues - that tenant neglect caused.We told the landlord their lease should have had provisions in it to hold the tenant accountable for the damages.Standard leases only cover the basics, so you should Google all the leases you can for ideas to take to an attorney to include.

I'm looking for local recommendations for an experienced real estate tax accountant/CPA.