If you had had a discussion at lease signing that was recent about no mods without written authorization, i would not renew. if the guy acts like its his house and he should be able to do whatever he wants and that you can pay when he messes up, i would not renew. its interesting he had you come out while the compressor hookup was in plain view.

The best way to approach this is from a business view.  

It's great.Here's another thought about buy and hold rental strategy:Some investors view buying and holding as "tying up too much cash".

The lot I paid cash for is a nice lot w/ a great view that I felt deserved a larger home so that is why I bought the second lot.

Look at it from the Bank's point of view. 

What are the steps you take to go ahead and get into these markets or do I need to physically go there and view these properties?

However, I will be viewing the property today to confirm rehab costs.

After talking to a buddy who was an agent, it seems like an online program is viewed as less desirable than an in residence type school.

I thought his view was a bit narrow, but he said his goal was to try to avoid agents and the mls and other listing places altogether. 

I normally use what I call the 5 schedule when I view a property.