Do You have to be "in love" with an Investment Property?

[Tammy Braz]

I find myself judging the investment properties as if I were going to live there.  Do I need to love it? Like it? Or Just make sure it's a good (sound) investment.  I'm a newbie and I've been looking in good areas (school system, resale, rents, taxes) for an investment property.  The problem is that some of the units aren't that attractive.  I find myself thinking... I wouldn't want to live here with this bathroom, kitchen, flooring, etc.  Should I take myself out of the equation?  I also want move-in ready, with tenants at a good price  - Is that asking too much?

[Paul Timmins]

@Tammy Braz 

There are 2 rules of real estate investing

Rule #1 You never fall in love with a property you fall in love with the numbers

Rule #2 NEVER forget Rule #1

Paul