To find out the amount of the subordinate lien through the NSP program, you’ll want to pull the title report for the property.

I think access is a major stumbling block to the Oregon coast. its just a long way from everywhere.. and the amenties as you state that are missing.Its super popular though for Oregionians no doubt.Keep in mind though from Jenner CA north through Ft.

I do a lot of searching through the MLS and county records, and come across these fairly often, but am curious as to who/what they are.

In my home market of Florida, our insurance rates have made it much harder to have positive cash flow on a CRE deal.

Personally If you like your current residence and hope to stay there long term I would forgo major improvements on my primary and use all investment savings to make you more money and cash flow. 

But terminating a lease and require removal of a tenant must go through the EVICTION process if the tenant is not wanting to accept moving.  

One thing you don't want to do is to buy based on proforma and have a negative cash flow property, especially on your first deal.

I've had the best luck with FB groups, networking(local or through social media), referrals.

@Ed Lopez Many good points in this thread.A few things I was thinking about when reading your posts:1) At $500/month in rent with annual turns it is going to be nearly impossible for the cash-flow math to ever work.

@Jordyn Ohs Assuming your heloc is re-advanceable and the rate is higher than your mortgage, I would suggest you pay your HELOC down as quickly as possible with any cash flow from the properties.