I can't even count how many times I have seen posts on Biggerpockets from struggling investors trying to rent out Section 8 properties or D class properties out of state.Everyday there is a new post from a Newbie Investor who put their hard earned cash into a dud of an investment and cannot figure out why they can't find a solid tenant, why their tenants don't pay, or some other horror story related to investing out of state/D class real estate. 

I do my best to honor both, and God has blessed me more than I deserve; including having a portfolio of rental properties, which is a story in itself that came about because someone offered me a house on an owner-carry contract because he knew I could never afford to buy my own while living overseas.  

Seven of the top 10 most expensive states for car ownership are in the West, while the Midwest claims five of the least expensive states.

Slowly, over the years, Abu bought small multi-story retail and office properties, called shoplots.

Under this rule, if your average stay is seven days or less and you materially participate in managing the property, you can treat it as non-passive income and potentially use tax losses (like depreciation) to offset other income.

We believe rehabbing this house could be a great addition to our portfolio.I’ve consulted several architects who’ve indicated that I could potentially build up to seven 1,250 sqft homes on the lot.

Long story short, I was left to fend for myself with a seller who wanted to sell his property stuck with a newbie (me) who didn't even know how to lead him to the sale. 

Never assume you know someone’s full story. 

It is easy to find a few success stories but in most cases, investment funds go up in smoke. 

There are horror stories of Ohio long distance investing all over these forums.