However, if the roof is bare in spots, water damage shows, flooring is missing or is a hazard, etc. etc.,  then you're best off with private/hard money.

SEE WHAT OTHERS MISS # 3: Columbo would see the old dated bathroom with the pink, blue, green or yellow toilet sink tub and he knew this could be an estate or probate sale and the home could be owned free and clear with motivated heirs. 7.

I don't buy them that's for later in life.. but they have been talking about higher interest rates fir a very very long time now.The low rates,are what's keeping our very weak economy barely on its feet.

If it is truly bare ground, with no water or improvements, it's not worth much, except perhaps to a neighboring landowner who might want to expand his property.I hope that helps.

But, I do know that I don't have a job and you do... kinda makes you think, I hope :) lolYou're up.Whenever this topic comes up, I can't help but think of Dan Pink and his well-watched animated video about what motivates us (https://www.youtube.com/watch?

A 1966 New Moon mobile home with vinyl floors, pink appliances and tacky brown walls.

I've seen some junky props that passed S8 in NJ, NY, CT and MA and for sure they weren't fully deleaded.It doesn't need to be brought down to bare wood, there are different techniques for different components.

But in general, if you have a piece of land with utilities already running into it, it should be much easier than going with bare land. 

He made over 100k a year and with limited lifestyle, we barely survive in SF.

I am new so bare with me; first actual post.I am looking to invest in multifamily properties located in a major city adjacent to a major college.