And the tenants still lived there, they had just been putting old mattresses, broken furniture, and crud there for years.

As far as renting, I'd say find a good neighborhood and do good tenant screening. 

Quote from @Reed Rickenbach: John - as long as you are still following strict screening criteria I agree for single family.

Maybe screen better next time, or get a experienced property manager.

It's difficult to see how a tenant will be after screened and signing a lease.

So, the first question they usually ask a PMC is about fees - instead of asking about services and HOW those services are executed.EXAMPLE: PMC states they will handle tenant screening – what does that specifically mean?

In Tulsa, consider Midtown or Broken Arrow.Network Locally: Connect with wholesalers, agents, and property managers in Oklahoma for insights and off-market deals.Learn Continuously: Listen to podcasts (like the BiggerPockets podcast) and ask questions here—you’re in the right place!

not sure if you are familiar with basketball but it is alot like the spurs offense. meaning the system works if you trust the process. my uncle has everything set up. contractors, know how, experience, tenant screening. management. so i will integrate into his system and learn it to replicate it like Steve Kerr did for the WarriorsYes, I am - The Big Fundamental was a great power forward!

You add your coverage yourself online and can see all your properties listed on one screen to manage them.

A good manager will handle everything from marketing to maintenance and tenant screening, saving you time and stress.Vendors and LandscapingBuilding a team of dependable vendors—like landscaping companies, contractors, and insurance agents—is critical.