Also, have you had any issues with tenants not paying on time?

So far, zero issues.

@Tiffany Tan we see two issues:1) Your PMC not responding to your emails within 24-48 hours.- We all get busy and can't respond to everything ASAP, but 24-48 hours is not hard to do!

Having a pool is something I wanted because I know how they can really make a STR profitable, on the flip side finding dependable people in Oklahoma to repair, and maintain a swimming pool has been challenging.

Issue now is more that deals dont cashflow with high leverage but if living in it or banking on appreciation can be a winning strategy forsure! 

If she offers additional information that resolves the issue, then you can consider whether you want to try again.

If it is normal and it's out of budget for you, you can either use financing to lower your cash outlay, partner up, or find a different property.If the work is cosmetic, it wouldn't be a big issue to tackle on your own, but if it's more than that, probably best to play it safe and hire out.

I don't think there's issue with corporate life.

This ensures they are keeping an eye on everything, they get to see what it's like to be a landlord, they have to take responsibility for the lawn and other maintenance, they will learn to deal with people issues, and more.

Hi Valerie, I moved to Columbus a few years ago (from Portland, Oregon which was super expensive) to become a full time real estate investor, and ever since, I've completed quite a lot of BRRRRs, flips, and own a successful rental portfolio here in Columbus Ohio.