I think the pros far out weigh the cons - most of the cons have been mentioned already but I think one of the bigger cons would be in yellow letter type marketing...in Oregon you are supposed to disclose in every communication.  

Perhaps he sees you as the rich landlord and wants his water bill paid for, who knows.

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Do you recomm end that I remodel the shower (at the very least) or just give discounts to vacationers and communicate as to why, so I can at least realize profit right away?

They have good rental history and communicate well with us.

I have a feeling wholesellers or large scale flippers are simply offering them money on top of the commission to take their deals.Here's an example of a current deal we've been submitting offers and trying to get some communication going for the past YEAR.Last List Price $225kOur Cash offer: $280k Cash with proof of funds ($450k in bank account for past 6 mo+)Accepted Price: $220k[Just for your info ARV was around $450-500k after around $100k conservative rehab estiate ][We also submitted a $290k cash offer about 6 months ago, but at that time the property was listed at $415k (which is the entire amount of the loan due)]This is just one of several examples of offers we've had out where we offer much more, and cash, and the short selling agent (who controls the entire deal) accepts something else.  

Hello All,I am currently looking for a recommendation for an honest  property manager with good communication skills for two, 3-family houses I have in Boston, MA.   

Or like @Rich Weese , you just strategically place your properties around the countr(ies) so you get all the best seasons and everything you like ;)By the way Rich, I traded an old truck of mine that couldn't pass smog for a coin-op washer and dryer on the deal I finished in July of this year.