When you get to move off base is pretty dependent on dorm capacity at each base more than rank, sometimes as E-3, sometimes as E-5 select.

-Not communicating with investors effectively- How the unit is performing, what it needs to get it to perform better.

While not as effective as a face to face I've gotten go leads doing this when I'm in areas where they don't meet frequently or I'm there between meetings.You can also look for realtors who are selling the type of property you're interested in buying, go to their personal website and see if they are selling a number of investment homes or if that was just a one and off.

Those are requirements, not just good ideas.You are incorrect in regard to the source of the gift being exclusively limited to family members.I believe that there are some other select approved sources, such as a close friend, employer, and a few others.  

Do local eviction laws incentivize paying the rent or do they have the opposite effect?

I also understand that making that money work for me will be far more effective than letting it sit in my bank account.

I love going to different homes, seeing the vast differences in quality and layout, comparing them to the local market, and putting it all together to make a "big picture".My largest challenge so far is developing an effective marketing system. 

As to the second question, your self defense is in your sponsor selection.  

Remember their ability to keep their job (or have a steady income) will directly effect their ability to pay the rent.We always have them submit pay-stubs. 2 - 3 most recently ones give us the information we need.

Bandit signs are still an effective way to generate leads but it is important to be in it for the long haul and not rely 100% on that method alone.