This tells me that submetering might drive all tenants out (almost all units on the rent roll are $25-125 below average rents, including the competition) and that even if I underprice the competition by $25-$40 or so, I'll likely loose to them (as the winter heating bill will easily eat that up. 

There are also smaller scale meetups available on meetup.comHere are some great books that I have read and have provided some great insight not only in Real Estate, but also in life.Ultimate Beginner’s Guide – Here on BiggerPockers under “Education” then “Guide”Millionaire Real Estate Investor- Gary KellerRich Dad Poor Dad- Robert KiyosakiReal Estate Advantages– Sharon Lechter and Garrett SuttonThe ABCs of Real Estate Investing– Ken McElroyThink and Grow Rich– Napoleon HillThe Seven Habits of Highly Effective People– Stephen CoveyHow to Win Friends and Influence People– Dale CarnegieE-Myth- Michael E.

In this market, you need more than just an offer writer to win a property bid.

Basically how can I keep the best win/win relationships with my agents?

Generally you can give it back at the occupancy hearing, but try to avoid this...After you win the occupancy hearing, then the judge will ask you if you want a judgement hearing.

I'd appreciate any input you all have and I'm really interested in finding out how someone who I could easily relate to (in terms of financial situation and having recently graduated) started their investing journey.Thanks so much.

Share your experiences, questions and successes; you never know who may need it at the time.Create win-win situations and it will guarantee your success!

When The Biggest Kid Always Wins The Marbles...Go Play Somewhere Else!

I could easily rent this place out for $950 a month with a little bit of work.

As an alternative to a pantry closet, you may want to consider a pantry cabinet which is less deep, but easily accessed.