As Samuel said, when the former tenants take note is when it affects their credit when they need to use it.If the tenants are paying for utilities that are tied to the home (ie you foot the bill if they don't pay), I'd suggest you get copies of the monthly bill sent to you so you can see they are up to date on their payments.

On my BP profile you can learn more about my experience in Ohio and resources I have in the local area.

This will help alleviate the DTI issue I was facing on the personal side.

Unless you are in the industry and will understands the information you will have to delve through, best to get a design professional (Architect) or zoning attorney on board.  

Industrial real estate has been on a ride.

I would first focus on finding deals.

One thing I'd emphasize is building a strong local team before pulling the trigger on a property.

Quote from @Jared Wagnon: I'm looking at a property with a small 3/1 888sf home on 10000 sf lot and I'm wanting to sell the empty 5000sf back lot.

I would focus on three things, growing your W2 income, tracking your savings rate, and focus on education.

I have a land purchase contract on some acreage in TX for $100K.