I understand your frustrations in this broker not meeting your expectations, although from what read here it appears that your just as guilty because you have failed to communicate your expectations. 

I totally understand there won't be a positive cash flow ,infact Zero Cash flow which could last for months.

By the end of 30 days you will have an understanding if those markets have potential.

It is a diamond in the rough, but you need to start looking for a CPA who invest in real estate themselves, and understands the tax code from a real estate perspective.

Builders will be happy to work with you and understand you want to make a profit.Good luck...

Both have had just 60% occupancy over the last year, which as I understand it, is completely absurd.

This should be a hint that inflation is slowing down, yet there are plenty of other indicators to consider to understand what side the market is taking,For instance, forecasts are being mixed with different overviews.

. - Understanding the existence of tenant pools and their characteristics is not common knowledge.

I'm aware that there are individuals who think strategically and possess a deep understanding of these complex issues.

Fast forward a few months, and they have non-paying tenants who are wrecking the place, and a MIA property manager who (understandably) won't put in the ENORMOUS amount of effort required to manage a property in a C or D area for a small-time client from another state.