I wouldn't want to sell these homes anytime soon just because a small part of me thinks maybe my mom might change her mind and want to leave in it again when she can't travel. ( yes I'm a mama's boy ) I agree with it being a challenge that I leave 9 hours away from where I own these properties and maybe if you all understand "MY WHY" it will make more sense.I make about 90k a year.

I asked about smoke detector introspection and was told they doped off batteries for the tenant but she would not let them in.  

I have a job that requires constant travel but have recently gained custody of my son.

As an invited guest and did not pay other than my travel to and my hotel room etc.

Been busy searching and traveling for our second rental.

She also said it was okay to smoke inside the premises - NOT!  

Holy smokes your article says you owned 42 units and self managed all of them still without any employees on your team yet??!  

@Jay Hinrichs  It is true, he would give that 1/2% back on the travel, but the travel to Memphis would be an eye opening experience in that John would find out that Memphis BBQ is better then Carolina BBQ. :)That is worth a 1/2%.

Check for cracks in cover plates.Door bell – test it.Fire/smoke alarms – perhaps the most important point under electric.PlumbingDrains – inspect for clogs.

If you're willing to travel, what about other markets around you?