Downloaded the Ultimate Beginners Guide but have yet to dive into it.

For more details on why some of us are gun shy on your proposition, check out this other BP topic http://www.biggerpockets.com/forums/32/topics/98989-40-ways-to-take-a-syndicator-down specifically, the download file that is well worth the price (no cost to BP community).

Download your state landlord tenant laws..Is electric the only issue.. this storm is an Act of God,, and as long as the general area is out, not just your building because of needing repairs,, you would not be responsible to refund rent.. but is it safe to let them return or maintain living conditions.. what's your liability if a fire broke out and no smoke detectors,, they have probably no hot water or A/C.. 

Download you state landlord tenant laws so you have that information.Proper procedure us usually a pay or quit notice,, followed by filing for eviction. either you do it or you hire a lawyer to do it, one way or the other,, your realtor as far as this I believe is wrong..

I can go online and download these for a neighborhood.

Down load your state landlord tenant laws.. so you know what the requriements are.Sounds like you have a verbal,, month to month lease,, non-payment is the cause for eviction action, Post pay or quit on garage door, take photo, send letter to last known address of the people, and if not paid in 3 days.. you file eviction.. costs same as if they were in an apartment,,, same rules..I'd check and make sure it's still got the stuff inside.. who knows,, hopefully its empty,Lesson learned you don't let anyone take possession of any area, space, garage, park on property without a written contract, lease, copy of driver's license and a emergency contact.good luck

(Sample of ours is available by download from BP tab Tools > File Place > Documents > look for those authored by me).  

@Steve GeeYou can read the eviction supporting details in the landlord/tenant handbook, page 54.https://www.dca.ga.gov/housing/HousingDevelopment/programs/downloads/Georgia_Landlord_Tenant_Handbook.pdf

I went to the APP store to download the BP app, but when I type in Bigger Pockets Apple can't find anything that is related.

If you have time or if you can make timeand are a beginner or just want to find a few golden nuggets I would highly suggest watching the replay.Some key takeaways:Success depends on finding great dealsUsing the MLS  is an art between being quick to snag a deal and looking for those that have been up for a whileLook for 2 bedrooms that you can make into 3Put offers in on Fridays and a days before holidaysLook for distressed property and find owner through county recordsFirst thing I did after was download the 7 years bookBP Pro can leverage marketplace to find dealsmost importantly TAKE ACTION@Brandon Turner What was the first book you mentioned?