I started doing some home flipping from 2001 - 2009, then got into buy and hold.I am at a cross roads, so I recently sold some properties, in an effort to have a portfolio of quality over quantity.Not exactly sure what my next move will be, the big challenge for me has been learning about tenant issues, and dealing with some unexpected repairs, both my wife and I took a course and are IPOANS CAM Certified (Certified Property managers).We only manage our own properties, plus have a couple of hired property managers to help with some out of town units, however, I have been studying tenancy rules, laws, and have become addicted to answering property management questions.What attracted me to join this site, is all the different types of real estate investment people are involved in.I look forward to participating in the forum.Michael P Currie

I am from Nyack, NY and have been studying the Orange County market as my farm area.

Also if you really want more 'hand holding' training then the best 2 are 'Lance Edwards Multifamily Success Home Study System' and "Multifamily Investing Academy with Charles Dobbins'

I don't have the time to commit in studying the case law tonight but I can see how one would orchestrate an 11 year rental with the intent to flip. 

My tuition will be taken care of, but that leaves me with nothing left over for living expenses, so I'm hoping to have continual income from a place I'm familiar with (in this case the city I grew up in) while being otherwise able to focus on my studies.

Hi Ian,I have been studying this concept or years, and have even built a small one....container home that is.

WIth your pedigree I can only assume the actual studying and testing process would be a walk on the park.  

As much as I've studied so far - I'm definitely still a bit overwhelmed.

@Norm Farnum nothing wrong with studying up, just don't get stuck there!

Hi Vince, First of my disclosure: I have not closed on a LO deal yet, but I have studied this strategy extensively.