Read books on investing in real estate, listen to the podcasts, attend webinars and stay active on the forums while connecting with other investors in your area and pick a niche.

Any referrals for a contractor who drives a pick-up truck are appreciated.

Read books on investing in real estate, listen to the podcasts, attend webinars and stay active on the forums while connecting with other investors in your area and pick a niche.

I am unable to reach them - they are not picking up phones / nor answering the door.I would like to give them 2 options - Renew for 1 year (same terms as existing lease -- I got a standard residential lease from staples)Vacate the placeIs there any standard / legal cover letter that I can send via postal mail ? 

@Andrew Beaver I look on Craig's List where we advertise and call my competitors to find market rents.Also THE DAY a Tenant tells me they're moving, I put a huge sign on the house and tell all the other Tenants and neighbors; This is a chance for you to pick your new neighbors!

I have picked up many REO's after being put back on the market after another has walked away. 

Then I tell them not in that budget, I pick and choose what I think can be done with their budget, if they're ok with it, that's fine.

I picked up this property through the MLS as a probate sale.Project has been 3 week behind schedule due to lousy window contractor, which is also holding backing painting the exterior. 

Now pick two...Furthermore, if you don't have a relationship with this contractor then you're a nobody.

Read books on investing in real estate, listen to the podcasts, attend webinars and stay active on the forums while connecting with other investors in your area and pick a niche.