Many of the old pros saw this coming a mile away (sub $50k homes are rarely money makers and the model isn't scalable, plus any time a provider uses used-car-salesman tactics like sending props and then immediately saying 'they're sold, sorry, but buy this one without an inspection so you don't lose out again!'

Two I suggest are Capital REI Group, and DMV deal makers.

While I wasn’t expecting this property to be a big money maker, I am unsure if it is worth tying up my funds in a property that isn’t giving me much of a return.

I'd tell him to take the fastest path to FC.In oregon i think mediation if requested is mandatory.. there are licensed foreclosure consultants who handle these and a decision maker from the lender must be present.. but I do think you as lender can just say our position is pay up in full. 

The check maker(s) should file a dispute at their bank.

My LTRs average 32% but my STRs average 22% even with the theft factor of replacing toasters, silverware, coffee makers, blankets, pillows, chaise lounges, lightbulbs,hair dryers, etc...

Even if you don't use what you learned directly you still have the life experience not everyone has and the fortitude that you got it done. follow your dreams and make real estate the supplement or fall back on plan that you incorporate into being successful.

From GaREIA's deal makers group posted mid '17:Due to a recent change in GA law, you can now force the city to remove a water lien.

hello, as a seattle investor i caution you to invest in this market right now if cash flow is your strategy. you will be hard pressed to find anything that cashflows that is in an area that makes sense and has a quality tenant base. you may do good on appreciation over the next year or so, but a correction is looming and seattle is a highly cyclical makers, the highs are  high but the lows are low. also, as stated above many times, seattle is on of the most tenant friendly cities putting an addition burden on investors/landlords.

Heating costs go up in winter, as does electric due to the reduced natural light and people being indoors more.