Inspections should be accompanied by lots of photographs so don't take peoples word that one was completed.I would be more worried about why there was no security deposit (bond) like you mentioned above?

It'll probably be another audiobook accompanying me on the way to work.Best of luck to you!

Are you using Bird dogs, Investor friendly Realtors, and Foreclosure court sales?

Since I will be paying it in full, I would not be doing a mortgage - unless there were significant offsetting write offs to accompany such a move. 

Perhaps find out who the bigger wholesalers are in the area and ask if you can help them find deals, ask what types of properties they are looking for (I believe on BP we refer to these people as "bird dogs").

Would bird dogging deals to seasoned investors be a good way to learn? 

Erica Bird thanks for the response.

If anyone is in need of a bird dogger or someone to help with their flips, I would be eager to help you call leads, market etc, just for the experience and mentorship.

Cover it with bird netting rather than plastic sheeting to keep the critters away while letting sunlight naturally sanitize the sand.Backyard sanctuariesThe key feature is water; either a fountain ($500-$1,500), a small pond (DIY for $200; professional job costs $2,000), or a hot tub ($1,000).

Originally posted by @Stanley Parsley:tileyou can put it in and it lasts and lastsnever worry about stains, water damage, or some vinyl crap that is not quality- under 5 a foot-they are renting space- if they want floor coverings then let them buy throw rugs- if your worried on getting it rented with no floor coverings then go stage it with some throw rugs, let the tenant know that your rugs are your rugsenjoy Stanley:Vast expanses of tile, unless accompanied by in-floor heating, are generally not well received where there is real and prolonged winter.