Although I consider this reaction partially influenced by astrology (I am a very practical type of person-no imagination, no fairy tale fantasies), I dropped reading that book like a bad habit.

I guess it depends on how competitive your market is, but a higher EM will be a positive influence on getting the offer accepted.

I suppose for right now that the prospects for being an agent are more important to me (if I REALLY want to invest in the state I don't pick a few years down the line I can get a license there too)....I'm hoping that some of you might be willing to discuss your experiences and opinions on which state might show more promise for someone in my situation.some personal factors that might influence my decision:-i grew up in VA and know the northern areas of it extensively, don't know Maryland at all-but driving to VA from DC is considerably more difficult than driving to anywhere in MD-I will only be able to part-time until I build up a good network - and in rush-hour (when I'd be able to show homes during the week), driving about 10 miles away to somewhere in northern virginia (to show a home) could take up to 2 hours.

WHAT YOU OFFER , TERMS , QUALIFICATIONS (etc) Build a Sphere of influence SPECIFICALLY FOR your LEASE OPTION.YOU WILL NEED TO INCLUDE A FEW.PRIVATE MONEY LENDERS.TENANTSCASH INVESTORSFOR SALE BY OWNERSEXPIRED LISTINGSCREDIT REPAIR/CONSOLIDATION CO.PROPERTY MANAGEMENT COI HAVE A PROGRAM HERE IN VEGAS THAT WORKS GREAT, I CAN SHARE SOME IDEA's WITH YOU.....PRIVATE MESSAGE LET'S TALK....

Even if they did, this would have a smaller impact than the factors that actually influence values.

Thanks in advance.Note to Matt Lawson if you see this - I would appreciate if you just observe for now as I don't want your input to influence anyone's honest opinions.

They don't directly influence the value of the property, but still cost the owner money.Both Cap Ex and Ops vary from house to house.  

So I thought it would be cool to share my first experience in hopes that it may influence others. 

You should have a typical septic system inspected at least every 3 years by a professional and your tank pumped as recommended by the inspector, generally every 3 to 5 years.Four major factors influence the frequency of pumping: the number of people in your household, the amount of wastewater generated (based on the number of people in the household and the amount of water used), the volume of solids in the wastewater (for example, using a garbage disposal increases the amount of solids), and septic tank size.

How much should that influence buying in those areas?