I think it might be illegal for attorneys to get kickbacks in that manner, but maybe I'm wrong.

Appreciation is a little tricky to consider at this time as we are likely headed for a bit of a correction, so make sure it definitely cash-flows first and foremost in a way that feels sustainable. 

(B) If the landlord makes an entry in violation of division (A)(8) of this section, makes a lawful entry in an unreasonable manner, or makes repeated demands for entry otherwise lawful that have the effect of harassing the tenant, the tenant may recover actual damages resulting from the entry or demands, obtain injunctive relief to prevent the recurrence of the conduct, and obtain a judgment for reasonable attorney's fees, or may terminate the rental agreement.

My rationale is that I already have control over all the assets I need to sustain me, so I know longer need the growth, and any more over that only adds risk and headache for no additional marginal benefit.Also, I preferred to invest in higher quality properties ... yes the price points were higher and the day one cash flow was lower, but the rents are also higher and the quality and consistency of the cash flow is higher, with far fewer headaches, and rents and prices in these neighborhoods are more likely to keep up with inflation over time, or in my case exceed inflation.

I'm not sure this is a sustainable approach going forward, however.

Pick a stable area where there is job growth that sustainable for the working class here.

The challenge here is finding the balance of adding enough value into your unit to justify the higher price, and finding the right sustainable price your guests are willing to pay.

@Kevin Sobilo so in your opinion if i  have an issue for example w/ a tenant and they called city code enforcement on me because some repairs where not completed in a timely manner in their point of view and i do not wish to renew their contract in 5 mths when it expires do you think i could have an issue where they say it is "retaliation" on my end because they reported me to code enforcement and building standards.

They want the fast, easy, simple money but aren't willing to properly understand the processes, their market and the best use of their time or the true costs involved in sustaining a successful wholesale business. 

You've probably heard of big Landlords losing property, but only because they were flagrantly violating Fair Housing, running a slum, or otherwise violating the law in an egregious manner.