It seems that the tenants produced what we consider "sweatheart" leases signed days before the auction at below market rates.  

Placing such trust in me in this town where 1) I want him to bring more such deals to me 2) have a reputation in this market to maintain makes more sense.  

As a general rule, it's best to learn how to handle problems before they become problems. make a list of the potential problems you could face as a landlord: rent rates, marketing, collecting deposit, late rent, unpaid rent, abandoned rental, early lease termination, unauthorized pet, etc.

As a general rule, it's best to learn how to handle problems before they become problems. make a list of the potential problems you could face as a landlord: rent rates, marketing, collecting deposit, late rent, unpaid rent, abandoned rental, early lease termination, unauthorized pet, etc.

And what rent should I charge compared to a single family's market rate rent.

Buyers now need legal representation before they can see a property with an agent and commission will no longer be advertised (In the Greater Cincinnati market it will still be standard for sellers to pay buyer broker commission)I wanted to ask everyone who sees this, how are you changing anyway you are doing business (if you are)?

I came across an off market deal about 3 minutes from Youngstown State University, and wanted to hear other investor's opinion on the city.

Market is right now at a historic low, so its time to invest. 

I just use the comps but market activity also plays a factor.

What are the up sides for investing in the Texas market?