Many agents won’t analyze your numbers for you, so it’s essential to be creative and understand how to add value to a property or land.

To determine your rental rate, you need to compare your apartments to others in the area.

Good to know as I have a property coming on the market and we had one off market offer already all cash but at 10% list price discount (which we most likely will reject).Curious if you think the california fires will assist the market since many of those people need places to live for years and I am guessing some will flee california?

I have learned that in today's world of information you do not need to limit your investment to just markets you live in or normally travel to. 

My first investment property happens to be my first home purchase, so my questions are hopefully basic for anyone experienced here.

If the latter, simply give her the notice required (eg 30 or 60 days) that she needs to move. 

So, it's still NOT a good idea to try to invest by zip codes - which are too big in our opinion/experience.

Quote from @Kyle Barnhart: I live near Phoenix and looking to invest locally.

I am in contract on a duplex in Grandview where I plan to live in one side and rent out the other.  

I like to compare services and packages before choosing any vendors, and thought this might be a good place to check for feedback.