Sometimes the tenants are coming from shelters or other communal type of housing where maintaining a space my not be solely there responsibility so maintaining the unit may not be to your liking. 

For example,  providing a heating source for your tenant is your responsibility as the landlord. 

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Originally posted by @Taylor McClure:I was talking to a man a week or so ago, and he said that his friend used to buy properties that were a few days prior to foreclosure.

He's got the #1 investor podcast in your area, his property management company is first rate, and he's a great guy.

My best friend lives in Kingman with his mother.

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Keep in mind that many responsible agents tend to be conservative with their valuations, especially in today’s market, where properties aren’t moving as quickly as they once did.If we’re in a conservative market, pricing on the lower end may make sense, but it’s always good to weigh your options carefully.

and in response to your question about someone else - also difficult.