There are services that will debit the tenant's account for rent (ClearNow is one that advertises on this site and I use).

If so, you can choose any roommate you want-- just don't advertise your preferences.

You don't know what technology, materials and trends will be "in" 20 years from now.

What price are you advertising for the lease option?

Make the rehabber pay for rehab costs and material in full, since that is what he is performing (built in incentive to be cost efficient).

Many rentals will stay vacant for a long time because either the rent is too high, the screening criteria is too stringent, or the advertising just isn't there other than the sign and the sign may not give any details besides a phone number.

Also check if it is being advertised on LoopNet.com, in the distressed category.

I've grown weary of receiving so much advertising from MF, both within the newsletter I am already paying for (upsell), and in my e-mail in-box.

I think for me the most difficult thing is all of the laws (advertising, property mngt, civil rights, ect.).If anyone has some info for me on the areas that they focus on the most I'd like to know.

Listen to the podcasts that are in line with your needs and review the material in the learn section as well as get involved.