I run an STR company in Orange and Los Angeles Counties and my STR's are performing quite well. 

Looking at pool companies for service.

Can anyone recommend companies that can set up automatic withdrawals of the tenants rent. 

Here are some more details...The property has a $40K+ water bill.The water company has informed us that with foreclosures, the new owners are not on the hook for past balances.so the lender/trustee is responsible for rectifying this... and the balance is so high they're delaying until they figure something out.Aside from that bill, there are no other encumbrances and we're able to get clean title with owner's title insurance.We got in the deal with cold, hard personal cash.We have a balance, which is {AuctionWinAmount - DownPayment].This balance accumulates interest until we close.so we have equitable title, but the property is not deeded to us until we close with the trustee.

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Does anyone know a good property management company in Lakewood, WA area? 

(this is the house hack option for people who do not like sharing ;) And of course, if you go full solar, most localities and power companies offer many kickbacks if you do decided to have the main power connected as well.Modulars are insanely affordable, quaint, and built well with tons of options. 

Its currently an active listing with a management company.

Many successful investors began with little to no experience so you're in good company. 

Reputation matters in the industry.