If appreciation and tenant quality are questionable, light upgrades and selling to redeploy into a better location can be the smarter long-term move.

Keep a copy and note the delivery method, date/time served.Here's your real issue:  if he doesn't stop, you have to move forward with eviction and you will need to be able to prove that he is a risk to the property and the other tenants. 

We see the quality of applicants and quantity drop this time of year historically

I self-managed my properties for a while, but looking back, I believe I could have grown my portfolio further if I had focused on my business rather than working in it.Ultimately, finding a quality property management company is paramount if you decide to hand over those responsibilities.

I’ve been learning through YouTube, podcasts, and forums (including BP), but I’m finding that while there’s a ton of information, it’s not in a structure that I personally need to learn methodically. 

Seems like you've done your homework- lower quality properties typically cash flow better (at least on paper) but don't appreciate as well and vice versa. 

Your skillset as a seasoned carpenter and owner of a remodeling company gives you a huge edge, because you can control costs, timelines, and quality in ways many investors can’t.Focusing on foreclosures could also be a strong move.

Crime patterns, school zones, and tenant demand play a big role.Tenant quality and turnover trends — Certain areas and price points see higher turnover, which can quickly impact cash flow.Older housing stock and maintenance expectations — Many properties require updates or ongoing repairs that out-of-state investors often underestimate.Eviction execution and local process — Mississippi law is generally landlord-friendly, but local knowledge is key to handling issues efficiently.Curious to hear from other Jackson investors.

The strategy is nearly bullet-proof compared to other investments with similar return profile, with one important caveat, the assets must be quality investments.

We see investors do great in our market with good quality houses.