There was almost no conversation, it went very quickly to "Oh your self employed.

The tenant was a hothead so we didn't want to give them to much time.

., oh, I just saw on another thread where someone mentioned that you don't pay self-employment tax on passive income.

Look at the rents, property prices, and local employers in the area.

I know, because I had to pay out of state tuition when I moved here.Some schools will ask you for employment documents or tax records, copies of your drivers license etc that show your intent to become an SC resident.hope that helps !

I am self employed so I can go out to the site to manage the project of need be. 

I am a self-employed contractor and receive many calls during the day but I shut my phone off after hours as people have no respect of time off and I have 4 young kids that I want to spend down time with.

Further, I am still looking to employ direct mail and other marketing for off-market properties, perhaps even more now as a broker--so don't abandon your current marketing for the sake of access to listed properties.

However, I think I've decided that landlording may not be the best route for me.I also have a $20k retirement account from a previous employer that, even though it's gaining 7% annually, I feel could be put to better use.

Many of the vets at my local club own companies that could offer employment or even mentors/sponsors to help them stay on the right track.