Some quick background I have a growing portfolio of 19 doors, I am a full-time property manager and have a side gig as an REA.

It also depends on your goals and how safe/aggressive you want to be, how much you want it to earn, and what meshes best with your lifestyle. 

Are the older homes in this area safe to buy or do they break down a lot?

When one comes up, be ready to act quickly and decisively.And yes, sometimes that means paying over asking—but don’t get caught up in that comparison.

I look for properties where the owners don't much care and just want money and then I pay cash with quick settlement. 

You're free to wait 30+ years for them to die and hope their offspring feel different but global warming is quickly turning that desert into mars, so good luck getting anybody to move there.

There is a safe harbor from the IRS at 2 years. 

My husband and I started out flipping houses in 2016 but quickly pivoted to BRRRR as we realized we want to keep those properties rather than sell.

I always suggest some "quick wins" when I am working with new Podio user.  

Keep in mind that any initial rehab costs are on you until you get your first draw.If you can get work done quickly, some lenders I’ve worked with can inspect the property the next day and wire funds the same or the following day.