I do tend to seek deals with higher perceived risk as they can yield a discounted price and higher returns.  

I tend to drop by during first week or two of tenancy to "make sure everything is ok" - also allows a quick survey of housekeeping, undisclosed pets, etc.If it's an outside inspection (City, Section 8, etc.), I let them know as soon as I know the date (usually a few weeks ahead of time).If you want to inspect the unit regularly, you could write it into the lease and schedule as far in advance as possible, with a 48 hr (or so) reminder...If you are inspecting because you suspect a problem, in many cases prior notice would not be required (for example, emergency repairs).

I like tenants who provide me with tons of personal references that they have known for years....those are you usually my best tenants as they tend to care what other people think and know how to maintain relationships.

If you haven't listened to the podcast yet, I recommend that as well (although, I am kind of a podcast nut in general).

I am usually very firm with tenants and they tend to respect that.

My market here in Cleveland tends to lag behind the rest of the country and the swings are not as volatile so prices are still 40-60% below the highs of 2007.As a buy and hold investor looking 30 years into the future - does it make sense to keep these assets until I retire our should I sell them if the market here goes back up in 5-10 years.Example - the house I picked up in a Cleveland suburb for 50K sold for 120K in 2006 - if the market reaches this level should you always sell if you are looking long term.

No idea if they are still in business but I could ask.The hard part about FL is the property taxes and insurance are typically so high, it tends to knock out any profit potential.

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Used appliances tend to be offered more in the lower end at least around here.

That's a tough nut to crack.