Otherwise, the tenant will make excuse after excuse to buy more time as they fall further and further behind.To find an attorney, suggest you visit your local court and lookup the landlord-tenant docket to ID attorneys with the most cases.

You could start with your agent or a local agent who supports investors and could have contacts to refer to you.Lastly, you could consider negotiating with a local PM to take on a hybrid approach to management.  

I am local to Los Angeles - based in Orange County.A bit about me: I’m a civil engineer by profession with experience in local government.

(Hint - go on VRBO and see what your local competition is charging). 2) How much do you intend to put down?

Sec. 8 works well in some markets and it can be a premium and successful for locals who own a bunch of them and run them with an iron fist..

More than 5 days late (or whatever your local laws consider late), give them notice. 

Hi Michael, we're a national lender, so if you need financing in either locale, feel free to reach out!

Similarly, if you are you a medical professional with strong connections at the local hospital, then target properties (and their owners) that would attract medical travelers.

hi Heidi, I’m a local investor looking to buy in Pomona California, this fits my buy box.

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