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It's a pier and beam foundation with sufficient crawlspace underneath.

I have become self aware!

I self manage to mitigate costs.

I'm curious to know what kind of software you use to manage your homes (whether or you self-manage, or are a property manager). 

Many things can be self taught or learned from others who's been in it. 

I have been self educating myself on real estate, investing, and wholesale for over a year or so.

Net zero on IRS is kiss goodbye for income, the problem all self employed people face.       

I'd like to add 7-12 units to my portfolio in the next 5-12 months and I'd like to continue to self manage.

We have reserves, but this solidified how important it is to have sufficient reserves in the event of uncontrollable circumstances.