If it's a larger organization, feel free to inquire about their staff qualifications.2.

My mind frame now has evolved from two years ago, and I now see the extra income as enabling greater security reserves, providing the ability to hire repair folks instead of DIY which saves personal time, and to improve the property more beyond the minimal.

Would also say that without capital and experience, it would be hard to get a good deal under contract.Start making contacts with investors, lenders, etc at local REIA and other forums.Last but not least, I would also encourage you to make sure your underwriting is robust and supports the correct assumptions (vacancy, leasing staff, maintenance staff, etc).

Is the surrounding area being improved and would one reasonably expect this neighborhood to perhaps upgrade itself into a B/C within the next 24 months?

If it's a larger organization, feel free to inquire about their staff qualifications.2.

So far it looks like that's the only thing I would need to improve.

The judge/magistrate and the courthouse staff also know exactly what resources are out there for people who are facing eviction, who the tenant might be able to work with, what can be done to make the best out of this bad situation.

For example can it use the equity to make improvements or purchase other properties?

The part that you're missing is to build/rebuild your reserves and improve your credit.

Do you have a plan to improve your credit score?