I'd recommend you have your financing or cash up front. 

I about gave up when Inslee changed the rental laws here in favor of the tenants, but I was introduced to a very good property manager and have had good luck since. 

Sometimes taking a break from the corporate life and getting back into REI can wake up the soul! 

He ended up taking advantage of me saying 'yes' to every request.

I was 2 days away from being late, and potentially opening myself and business partner up to fines of $591/day.

Look up mortgage brokers in your area and do the same thing.

They are in Meet up and EventbriteSee you thereLuis MMP

Reason I ask is the market rents are way higher in the area and the asking price does work with currents. 

A couple of them are big time investors these days with over 40 houses each and have moved up to STRs and commercial properties.Find someone that will share their opinions and suggestions and it'll help keep you motivated to get through the starting period. 

Plus, with your tenant experience, scaling up with more units under one roof makes sense!