I'm frankly surprised at how robust the market has remained.

EDUCATE YOURSELF - yes, it will take time, but will lead to a selection that better meets your expectations & avoids potentially costly surprises!

Vegas is an extremely dry climate and I would be very surprised if you got mold.2.

Terms should include interest rates, repayment schedules, and contingencies for unexpected issues.

Samana appealed to me - it’s gorgeous, green, mountainous and lush (surprisingly so), small, friendly villages, amazing beaches.

Cash flow is not a myth.If you properly budget for your expenses, including capital expenditures(Roof, HVAC, furnace, etc), then you can rely on the cash-flow.People who say cash-flow is a myth are normally people who say things such as 'we had to pay for an unexpected roof'

This may seem like a surprising topic when you think about Worcester.

Then surprise her with request to have her show you her kitchen, bathroom and living room. 

I would personally not do that, since I do not like my tenants to have "surprise" bills.

Also we have had some good luck purchasing properties in areas we vet out by posting in the local and LEGITIMATE owner group sites for developments "in town and have $400k, interested in 3 bed, 2 bath houses in location xyz" you would be surprised what you can find.