This is their livelihood and the one hit wonders really make me mad.

But you need to get into the driver's seat.Let your tenant know that paying rent late is not an option.

What are the local "drivers" (http://www.investopedia.com/articles/mortages-real...)Do the numbers . .  

It really depends on which of the drivers of each segment of rentals is more present with your condo, and which segment has the best blue ocean dynamic present.For example, if you are near a regional hospital and everyone is goo-goo-gah-gah over STRs in the area, mid-term is likely your cash cow. 

I was told to find a driver and hop in the car!

Look into Cleveland, its got good cashflow potential with appreciation happening as well.Looking for appreciation come to Columbus, there are still 1% deals, but the more attractive part is the population growth and other economic drivers!

Lots of people try to show a unit when the tenant is still there and the tenant gets mad.

Demographics are a huge huge driver in prices in the Retail real estate world.

If your underwriting and business plan shows you can drive rents and improve NOI, you can raise money from investors looking for a return.

We all have been in a situation where we were mad and wanted to screw the person we were angry at.