(Under 50k) I am working on the criteria and reading through the guides on this site and intend to start moving on to blogs soon.  

I read the beginners guide to real estate and it is looking like I need a mentor.

It looks as though it already is as you have closed 2 deals with co-workers.PNC customers could also be converted to real estate customers.Another thing to note is you can work with more sellers than buyers with the same amount of time commitment.Give this article a read, you may find some good nuggets of info in there.5 things every new real estate agent needs to do to become successful

"The Book" is concise with minimal customization.

My mission as stated above is to build a client base of steady customers who call on me again and again for all their small to medium sized repairs and improvements. 

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Below are some links to check out...http://www.wood-database.com/lumber-identification/softwoods/redwood/http://naldc.nal.usda.gov/download/CAT86200299/PDFPine for comparisons... http://www.wood-database.com/wood-articles/pine-wood-an-overall-guide/

They have been nothing but honest, transparent and proactive in helping their customers get the best results for their site (weekly mastermind calls with customers).  

If you haven't yet, be sure to check out the The Ultimate Beginner's Guide to Real Estate Investing and The BiggerPockets Podcast.

Keep the pressure on.Even though you are getting a date for the eviction, file another notice when rent is due again.You can give them a 30 or 60 day notice to "quit" if you wantThe next rent notice you file, you should have personal service, with this you can file for a judgment.I view tenants as customers, I treat them like that until they give me a reason to do otherwise.My wife manages our rental portfolio, commercial and houses, I must admit that she is more patient, kind, understanding and lot better at tenant management than me.Try not to take your tenant's comments or actions personally, this is a business.Sometimes it is better to work with your tenants, show some empathy.Tenants don't want to move or be evicted, there are always reasons why they can't pay........my bride works with them as much as she canA vacancy is expensive