PS: I would be happy to provide you with any personal info needed to help me along my journey towards buying a new home.Reasonable Fear is good--it'll help keep you on your toes, asking questions until you're comfortable...

one of my biggst fears going into landlording is that i could encounter problems because of my age. im 18 although i really look a year or two younger. i am thinking that some tennants could be offended or resent the fact that someone significantly younger than them owns their house. im hoping that if i handle myself in an apropriate manner it wont be an issue but honestly i could easily see the problem coming up. so i guess im just looking to see what other people think about my situation

I fear it may be a while before I can contribute much back to the community, but until then, I'm glad to be along for the ride.

I think a lot of fears are based on "what if" and if you have those covered, then what else is there to fear?

I have been stalking the forums and blogs for a week or so now and decided it was time to join and introduce myself.

But don't come here, I want it all to myself ;-)It's feared by many but only due to a lack of knowledge.

Being sued is always a fear of mine due to my lack of legal expertise.

Originally posted by @Desiree Smith:I am 24, my credit has been totally shot from school loans and credit cards the amount isn't high but many deragatory accounts. i currently have 40k in the bank and want to buy a duplex. i'm assuming it would have to be owner occupant because i don't have another house to live in. my credit is now up to 633 and i've been working on it. the score for becaon score is 670. what do u thik the best route to becoming a landlord could be. i just need experienced oppinions because i'm afaid and lost.I understand the fear and feeling lost.

Given what it takes to even get S8 benefits, I would hope most tenants wouldn't want to rock the boat for fear of losing the assistance.

Tax Fearing Seller to his office where he can explain in detail exactly what the tax consequences really are.