. :)  Section 179 is a good accelerated depreciation for vehicles/equipment.

The agent said that it's owned by an older couple who are tired of being landlords. 

"I thought the high *** grass with broken down vehicles in your yard and torn sheets hanging in your windows was particularly attractive."    

I want to call the shots in my own life and be my own boss, and I believe real estate is the vehicle that suits me best.

She left behind some furniture and belongings and her car that was smashed in with a baseball bat with slashed tires. 

@Adrian Smude I'm tired just hearing that itinerary!  

You will sign a statement stating that you agree to live in the property for at least 12 months.It's not meant as an investment vehicle.

The one I have been working with is now tired of messing with me because I see the potential but they just want too much for these houses. 

Tell them that you are investing in their area and are simply looking for owners that may be tired of landlording.

Im Tired of fighting junk and the calls when new economy applIances Are just another 150 bucks more and you know what you got plus it makes the unit that much more desirable to rent out