Here are some of my thoughts: 1) they are work and have risk 2) in this hyper competitive RE market, there is not enough profit in the rehabs of most MLS listed properties.  

The court awarded $200.00 less because the tenant had to eat out due to the lack of a range.

I think I have a short window of opportunity to buy as a lot of people are still waiting on the sidelines for lower rates, so less competition.

Quote from @Sanil Subhash Chandra Bose: Quote from @Jay Hinrichs: Very good.. reality is though very few will do this to much work.when I was full time buying courthouse steps I would occasionally go into the recorders office and see my competition doing all this busy work.

So even popular rent estimate tools seem a little inflated unless you're outpeforming the competition with what youre offering.

If you stick with one method, as soon as the market changes, you will have a severe lack of inventory.

If you're considering buying a foreclosure, it can be an excellent way to get a deal, but be aware of the risks like property condition and the competitive market.

So, it sounds like there is a lack of clarity about the renewal which may not apply but keep this in mind with all other aspects of leasing and any verbiage you add to a lease. 5.

You have the problem common to a lot of people getting started; wanting to invest but lacking sufficient capital.  

The pros to them are vast though, no cap on how many mortgages you hold, they don't show up on your credit report, the closings are quicker, the rates are competitive, we only require a soft credit check, no tax returns or employment requirements, and the seasoning periods a very short.