I could be wrong, but I believe that if I just stick to what I can do and continue putting in my effort to connect with others with offers to help them (for free), help those even newer than I am to this website, be open to opportunities that come my way without expectations of their size, then I will eventually  succeed.I think that the one determining factor in me that makes me sure I will succeed in the end is my drive to keep at this until I have achieved success, and I plan to never give up as long as I am alive.

Hi BP, I’m stuck and could really use some help, when dealing with code enforcement leads, witch status should I focus on most to find the most motivation: Docket Information:-Not held but resolved-Dismissed-Continued-Return of service-Voluntary Dismissal -Civil Complaint-Defendant Defaulted-Amendent Complaint FiledCase Disposition:-Voluntary dismissal-Finding and order-Agreement-Pending

Should I stick to using COC & monthly cash flow as my metric for whether to investigate a potential property further?

I agree with Jorge's idea... why not rent another place for now--perhaps to split with another roommate--and continue getting your financial house in order? 

Trust me we all started with that 'one property' & many dropped out of REI simply because of that 'one property'.As you suck it up & continue to accumulate a larger portfolio there will always be that 'one property' that's the proverbial PITA.

That perceived value can essentially serve as a type of second job if the San Jose market continues to appreciate like it is now. 

I've learned a lot, but one thing that I continue to notice is that I haven't seen information on the specific market that I want to invest in, which is Idaho. 

Many have posted a few great tips already, that's the cool thing about this forum ;-)That said, I highly recommend using the awesome tools provided here on BP to learn the basics of analysis and underwriting.A few tips to get started and your continued learning:Find and connect with other BP members that are in your area.Set up keyword alerts to be notified of the topics that interest you.Read Beginner’s Guide.Check out BP Podcasts.Find upcoming real estate events and meetups near you.If you'd like to tag someone in the conversation, type @ followed by their name and then select the name of that person that appears below the comments box.

You can continue trying to work with the other Landlord to help him correct the problem.

I want to continue to purchase more properties but the local market is too high right now.