So: Net net - Here is where I am with a dilemma between CHOICE 1 (Chandler Blvd/Ahwatukee Hills/Gilbert - PROVEN areas) for an "OK" return for relatively much less risk where I have to cough up 350K for a decent SFHor CHOICE 2 (San Tan/South of Queen Creek/Coolidge etc) for a bit more risk but better reward and incidentally better cash flow - and yes, LOWER price overall for the property around 200-275K and hence more manageable.With the following baseline assumptions:175-350K price rangeNo PoolDesert Landscaping in back and front yardBuilt in last 5 years and reasonably well upgraded to keep CapX low.Close to many (preferably high paying)  employers Around 3-4 Bedrooms, 2-2.5 Baths.

It would be in another, cheaper state (PNW or SW) in an area that actually excites me more due to the landscape and lifestyle. 

The house was a brand new remodel in 2010 when we bought it so no “maintenance” other than cleaning gutters and low budget landscape that is needed.

Curb appeal lacks significantly in addition to landscaping concerns.

I feel like I have a decent understanding of the landscape and recently found a property that really seems to be a good fit.

Finally get the girls evicted, and I almost lost a tenant.The condo has 104 units, and to keep fees low, they have volunteers, condo owners, doing landscaping, cleaning the hallways etc.

Evidence of termites, completely blocked ductwork, broken windows, wood rot, landscape grade running toward the house (on slab) and many miscellaneous items.

Does the property need landscaping?

The wealth of knowledge than can be obtained is incredible and I am happy to have stumbled across BP and more importantly this NJ sub forum.A little bit about myself - I've always had an entrepreneurial spirit growing up (started a small landscaping company in HS to get me through college), however, I fell into the trap of "you need to get a good degree, then a good job, with a good company."  

I have not done large MFRs, so maybe the landscape there is different than smaller MFRs and SFRs.That said, the total commission is agreed to in advance in the listing contract, so working with the seller's agent is not going to save anybody money.