Yet, all the members would need to do would be to go look at their archives and look at the predicted gains and check if they occurred in reality and they'd find out easily that my example above is typical.There are countless people in that same situation situation and, in my humble opinion, it's about time that they swallow their pride (for having fallen for their marketing tricks) and speak up so that other people don't have to experience the same situation in the future.

In NC, that doesn't seem to be something agents do frequently. 

We frequently have properties offered to us off market in the $250k-$750k range but finding decent lenders or investors is a slight challenge. 

Are there any websites or tricks you all recommend to find the most accurate ARV?

I've been mentally crossing places like this off my list, but maybe I'm overly pessimistic.Is there a trick to getting furniture and appliances delivered to a place like this that I'm just not aware of? 

(The more tips and tricks, the better!)

If they don't show up, we just keep on keepin' on.As a private Landlord with no office, it's probably best to call them 30-60 minutes prior and confirm their intent to show.Another trick is to set showing times or have an open house.

You will keep the interest payments.This is a lot to think about and it will frequently change until you settle in.

I'll offer myself as free (Saturday) labor for any experienced DIYers who might teach me trick or two.

Probably the best example of unlicensed contractors operating with impunity are "gypsies" who trick elderly residents into "paying up front" for roofing or driveway blacktopping jobs.