.), that somewhere in there, one can find some credible people to actually communicate intelligently with.

Good communication and a willingness to try to figure out solutions to the problems facing each partner is important for the success of a partnership.

I don't agree with the way this company handled things, and it is these type of people that give us a bad name.I can't help but think that if the broker kept the lines of communication open things might not have ended like they have.

I purchase and stage cheaper, but trendy furniture (IKEA, whole house for $500-the renter gets to keep it and I get to channel my inner interior designer).

Just make it a rule that only licensed people can claim to be licensed, and unlicensed people have to clearly communicate that they are not licensed.

I agree with pretty much everything you said Mark, execpt the being hooked on it part, in fact I had to change the channel.

You can communicate and get real answers and get real time feedback.

Utilities now range into the $450-500 range, I communicated solely via email, my lease agreement has them locked in for 1 year and they still have 8 months to go but I evicted them.

A nice web interface/portal is very helpful:* Tenants can log issues and maint. requests* Communications between owner/manager can occur* Owner can access real-time reports on status of property* Some very nice pictures and information about your property that is available for rent, linked from Craigs List and other places.http://www.personalrealestateinvestormag.com/uploads/Articles/Property_Management_MJ10.pdf

Can you guys suggest any worthy landlording blogs or youtube channels?