These people should have been out a month ago. 3) They should have a procedure for repairs and evictions that would have prevented this last minute “We asked for repairs” defense. 

Also note the condition of the unit, room by room, on the move-in check list.These are your primary defense EVIDENCE exhibits to be presented in court to counter the tenants claim(s) of non-habitable condition.

We do self storage.  

While you shouldn’t categorize all tenants and it’s the landlords responsibility to properly screen, the tenants who reside in better situated housing and pay higher rents are more financially responsible meaning lower rate of rent loss and will generally take better care of the property which combined will result in less time allocated towards management functions if self-performed or more favorable management fee structures if 3rd party management companies are utilized (which ties back to #1, as well).

Your property management should send you pretty clear reports at the end of the year so as to obviate your need for such.If you have more than 3 units and self manage I suggest software - especially if you are considering expanding.I find Stessa usefulI also use buildium but not incredibly thrilled with it.  

It’s been enlightening and has pushed me to work toward becoming the person my future self can be proud of.

If it doesn't cash flow, having the tenant in place doesn't do you much good, do you self manage?.

.- SS rule - self sufficiency rule - gross rents of all potential units 2-4  X gross rents at 75% needs to meet 1:1 or 100% of the monthly PITIA payment or greater.

That being said, I'm part of an experienced Syndication Group who invests not only in Multifamily, but also different asset classes:  Self Storage, Mobile Home Park, RV Park, and Retail - all to diversify the investment offerings.Reach out, and the next time we have an LP capital raise, I will send you the OM (and obviously info on our company) to review.

Assuming you no longer work at the company sponsoring your 401(k) you could look to move it into a self-directed account.