For example, if it is really important to you to get a strong equity position and you are willing to trade your time for this, than active investing may be your path. 

The plan is to live in the top-unit and rent the other 2, while working my 9-5 marketing position. 

I have noticed that they are super hard to find and was wondering if anybody has some tips to locate them.  

Their job is to put you in an educated position to make a decision or transaction.

I've noticed that several properties on the MLS that I've been watching in Phoenix and Mesa has dropped their prices recently.

If there's a problem with one party violating the terms of the rental agreement, then we will serve notice on all parties occupying the unit.Good luck!

If I notice the same service, I may hold tight (1 more month) before canceling the subscription. 

Once we started cleaning up the area I noticed that the area under the cabinets also has mold.

I'm in a position that I'm only looking for a 4plex, that I can FHA, so I don't feel its fair of me to waste a realtors time "walking" me through something I have no intention or ability to buy. 

Hey @Rick Villarreal glad to know that you have a positive outlook on the money spent.