Ensure the property’s price aligns with market trends, and work with a local realtor to help with due diligence and negotiation.Good luck!

Rodrigues' recommendation may change this), but my next question would be, are there any cities/markets where 1 of the following are true: 1) You have family/friends that live there, 2) You travel there frequently (either for vacation, work, etc.), or 3) Somewhere else you've lived before AND know the area well?

If so, this is the RISKIEST option.

You know, one of the most effective ways architects can help real estate investors is by using smart design to boost returns on investment.

@Raiyan KhanYou can search these forums for vendor recommendations but you can also join a real estate investment club in the area you want to invest and get the same info.

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We called the number and were able to view the property within a few hours.

That is under almost 1,000-year old principals of "equity" followed in English and then American jurisprudence.

If you talked to attorneys, why aren't you hiring them and following their advice? 

If the property is an ugly duckling from the street than an improvement to the front of the property, porch, landscaping or concrete may greatly enhance its value.