This will be an uphill battle.

Dealing with problematic tenants, constant maintenance issues, and the pressure from family and friends who don't seem to understand your vision can make it all feel like an uphill battle.

Definitely dive into the Syndication and Landlording forums here, lots of free, battle-tested advice from people who’ve walked that exact path.How’s your OKC market knowledge so far: neighborhoods, employer base, rent-to-income ratios, and supply pipeline? 

Sometimes it’s worth bringing in a remediation company just to have the paperwork that says “certified mold inspection/remediation was done.”Middle ground:Document everything (photos of the open ceiling, moisture readings if you can get them).Offer to have a handyman replace the drywall after confirming it’s completely dry.If the neighbor insists on remediation, you can also check if your insurance policy covers water damage/mold claims — let them fight that battle for you.So yes, technically you can fix it yourself if it’s dry and clean, but weigh the risk vs. peace of mind.

However you better be ready to battle for your money every single day.

But in New England, you’re battling both market expectation and climate reality.1.

My son is battling addiction which is where I discovered what a sober living home is.

Do not take this email as a battle of the Ego's I am replying so that a BP member reads rates are high and gets in accurate information.You can look at any website mortgage news daily, Forbes, Yahoo and they all confirm but again I do this every day and have 20 years in the mortgage/banking industry.

Lease violations going unnoticed Unauthorized occupants, pets, subletting, property damage developing over time.Vacancy costs mounting Every day vacant while you coordinate showings remotely costs money; can't do quick turnarounds.No local advocate during disputes Code violations, neighbor complaints, tenant disputes, neighbor complaints, city inspections, you're fighting battles by phone.These problems don't exist in isolation.

I've seen lots of new landlords try and save money by trying to do a DYI eviction, only to get schooled by a pro-bono laywer from any one of the numerous tenants' right groups willing to battle the evil capitalist landlord.