I just bought in Indiana last month given how bad the numbers are here right now.  

The experience was really bad as I was getting 1-2 year old leads to cold call that I knew had a 0% success rate and I do much better generating leads organically on my own.

But I do not buy bottom barrel properties in bad locations (busy roads, crime, eye-sore views) instead I focus on making a property one that the average modern family will want. 

But it's a risk.If the PM is that bad, I suggest you do some research and find another manager.Remember: cheaper doesn't mean you'll make more money.Start by going to www.narpm.org to search their directory of managers.

I feel like I keep watching videos but don’t take action@Venecia Baez Maybe you don't want it bad enough.

I know cold calling is how a lot of investors buy but how could this go bad?  

Various repair issues, bad tenant, and now this issue.

Unfortunately, we picked a bad time, because a game just finished, and people were streaming out of Wrigley Field.

Rebranding properties with a bad rep?

Walking is just one step in doing due diligence.Making a BAD cal on a $30,000 is one thing making a Bad call on a $300,000 sfh is another.