For the third method, I decided to give wholesaling a shot and put out about a dozen bandit signs.

I would give the 1031 a shot, but I would hold every property you buy at least two years do you can get the capital gains.

Jim,, we are seeing that here in PDX as well... and I am good with a market that does not have multiple offers.. it makes it very hard for people and agents to make a living if you only have a 1 in 10 shot of buying the house you want..so some stability and slowing down in my mind is a good thing.but what I see on BP is people read the hyperbole articles that misquote things.. and the next thing you know they are worried its 2008 all over again.. which ( and I could be wrong of course) but none of my bankers or those in know in finance world think is a risk.. only risk would be metros losing major employment.. then it affects everyone landlords businesss and prices..

@Mark Doty Cheers to you for taking a shot at an investment property before even picking up your primary residence!

IE special landscaping care to prevent dead grass, forcing the tenant to obey leash laws, requiring copies of shots, and licensing of dogs, forcing tenant to have additional insurance for the dogs that protect you?

Keep and trying until someone gives you a shot and when that happens, take it and run with it!

@Blair Poelman   Hi Blair, not by a long shot! 

@Alex Young ok great thank... at this point I’ll give anything a shot.

One furnace is shot and needs all new duct work.  

I'm trying to do this ASAP as we're into August and most renters/buyers are moving now.Any help or guidance would be appreciated, as this is my first shot at a BRRRR/rental - thanks in advance!