Financial Highlights•Acquisition Price: $72,000•Renovation Costs: $35,600•Total Investment: $107,600•Funds: raised from personal savings and private lenderHow did you add value to the deal?

It wasn't just a financial decision, I'm passionate about RE and way over my previous career in aviation.

That's why I am a big fan of financially having a base and knowing what you are buying.

Documents regarding your pet(s), if any: Photo; vaccine records; proof of license with Animal Services; contact info of vet; renters insurance showing pet coverage.8.

Buying an investment property at 21 shows amazing foresight and financial responsibility.

I doubt many are going into credit card debt or if they are that's kind of crazy.. as this part of real estate has no smoke and mirrors generally.And I suspect because most of these folks are doing some sort of PPM and need to deal with accredited investors.. that separates those wanting to start to those who have already had some financial win's or experience and just looking for a new avenue.. 

@Rae Chris Ann Arbor is pretty expensive, so difficult to find cashflowing rentals.You may want to look in Ypsilanti - if you want to stay in your area.Otherwise, Metro Detroit offers a LOT of options.Read our copy & paste below for some helpful info:---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Recommend you first figure out the property Class you want to invest in, THEN figure out the corresponding location to invest in.Property Class will typically dictate the Class of tenant you get, which greatly IMPACTS rental income stability and property maintenance/damage by tenants.If you apply Class A assumptions to a Class B or C purchase, your expectations won’t be met and it may be a financial disaster.If you buy/renovate a property in Class D area to Class A standards, what quality of tenant will you get?

If you need financial help, ask under the "Finance, Tax, and Legal" forum.

We have record employment, all of our retail is booming, housing is still selling.

Be sure to ask about this when talking to lenders.Keep detailed records of your expenses during the rehab.