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.

Well, what should be done is a "subject-to" appraisal that determines the value after the repairs are done from a specific list provided, and the value is  "subject to" completion of these items in a workmanlike manner.  

Then I suggest you start talking to the listing brokers on the properties you find most compelling, come armed with key questions.Another learning opportunity is to sign up to Crowdstreet, listen to investor presentations for an asset class that you are considering.

Do they get back to you in a timely manner?

I learned that to be efficient you really can't do it all yourself in a timely manner.

Will they send a message complaining to your mother that you haven't repaired their fridge in a timely manner?

If you are "concerned/worried about driving the area-- just call that area a D.It's a judgement call.A fish knows his own pond best (who and where to avoid on a micro scale) and some people are loads tougher than others, making a D a good fit for them.But for the more mild mannered ones, even a C might be to much. 

., whose address isPO BOX 1234 COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80949The grantor, by an agreement dated even herewith is indebted to the beneficiary in the sum of$[RETAIL VALUE – PURCHASE PRICE] Principal and interest are to be paid in such manner and at such place as designated in said obligation.In consideration of the obligation, grantor hereby grants, mortgages and coveys unto said Public Trustee all the real property together with all appurtenances and all the estate and rights of grantor in and to such premises described as[INSERT FULL LEGAL DESCRIPTION – OBTAIN FROM O/E REPORT-USE LEGAL ON CURRENT DEED]also known by street and address as [PROPERTY ADDRESS]The grantor covenants that at the time of this Deed of Trust, he is seized of the property in fee simple, and that said property is free of encumbrances, except the existing 1st mortgage/deed of trust.If grantor satisfies the obligations secured by this Deed of Trust, pays all taxes and assessments, maintains insurance against fire and other hazards, and does not suffer or commit waste on the premises, then this Deed of Trust shall be void.It is agreed that in case of default in payment of said principal or interest or a breach of any covenant herein, then said principal sum secured hereby and interest thereon may, at the option of the beneficiary, be declared due at payable at once.

Most people feel compelled to help others and this will help you enlist a team of people who will be looking for ways to help you accomplish your goals.6- Write down your goals and review often.7- Start today. 

Often it is not the actual response but the manner in which they respond that makes me accept or reject a tenant.