I have been seeing deals in Houston where the numbers are improving, so I would question current management.Mark

But those are full rehab numbers (new roof, new HVAC, kitchens, etc) so my % will improve with inflation in the near term as I've already absorbed the bulk of capex on those properties. 

Also, find someone willing to pay you to learn the job and skills they want to perform.  

Not only is RE local, your portfolio performance will vary with types of assets owned, quality of management, and your local market.

That you will be unable to make your payments and they will have the cost of repossessing the unit, having a non-performing asset become a liability, and have all the costs associated with retrieving and divesting of the unit.

But at least some other Airlines are coming to town and that will improve once the economic impact of these business relocations & expansions are felt.

Do you know something about your area that indicates it will improve?  

I've spent $5,000 on repairs/replacements/improvements.

Build a network of prequalified buyers / investors,  ( yes, that means credit scores, financials and verified  funds to close)  so you can place the opportunity with multiple buyers who can perform.

I'm focusing on learning as much as I can, while I save up and improve my credit.