The trick is asking them what happened, usually it is for medical which I get. 

Being new to the LA market, I'm looking to partner with someone who has established relationships with local contractors and/or experience with creative financing.

Eliminate debt, establish a budget, and save.

Being consistent is essential for establishing a successful thought leadership empire.

An LLC can help protect your personal assets by limiting liability, and it also allows you to establish business credit early, which can be useful as you scale your portfolio.

Establish a solid reserve fund (3-6 months of rent) to cover unexpected expenses or vacancies, which are inevitable over time.Make sure you're well-versed in local landlord-tenant laws to avoid legal complications.

Whether the property manager charges to file the eviction (we do not) is a separate issue- a professional management company should file the eviction for you.Regarding the arrears rent, again, a professional manager should be letting you know that the renter has fallen behind and why (did they have a medical emergency? 

My main concern on the outer islands is medical and infrastructure.

The small market size and relationship-based transactions make it difficult for new or smaller players to participate, which aligns with the earlier observation about the lack of services for individual investors.Overall, this market seems to present challenges for growth or democratization, as its current structure favors established, well-connected players with significant capital.

Ottawa Hills: This is one of the higher-end areas in Toledo with excellent schools and a more established market.