I'm also concerned older homes have already seen their biggest jump in capital appreciation and don't have as much potential for price growth compared to newer homes.What are your thoughts on older homes?

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Apparently, local jurisdictions here are saying they want more affordable housing, but in the same sentence will also say that there will be more regulations, more environmental protections, and more hoops to jump through to develop starter homes. 

Comments again were : Quit Claim Deed the Property, start paying the loan (which he noted he had no money).

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My park is in Oklahoma, and I am wanting to start with metering the water individually any advice about best metering equipment for the money would be appreciated. 

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We are starting the process of analyzing deals, making a plan and executing on it. 

I am getting started in real estate investing soon, and I want to plan for the best course of action.