We've made mistakes as well.

I use it for my personal portfolio as well.

I am interested as well, just moved from NC.

I found someone that I think would be a good fit because he is firm, trustworthy and he is able to work manually quite well.

Except as set forth herein, all terms and conditions of the Rental/Lease Agreement remain in full force and effect without amendment.

Are you very set on the condo route?

It is great to be able to access everything online as well, so you don't find yourself having to run into the office for everything.

Set up Keyword alerts, since you're in Santa Barbara you can set up an alert for "Santa Barbara" or "Southern California" or "beach" to be alerted when someone posts on the forums that may be relevant or interesting to you! 

For very well qualified borrowers (that can fully verify income) and seeking prime HELOC rates and terms I always suggest checking in  with their personal bank or credit union first.

Then you get set up with this incredibly complete, user friendly REI software called epartner.