The meeting with the property manager, his right hand man, and his money man, lead to the perfect advice that comes right out of Michael Lewis' book Money Ball.

If the seller won't play ball, you might be best served walking from this deal and seeking more suitable space for your intended use.

I like to eye ball my agents LOL 

My eyes were opened to the profit potential in real estate after graduating from Ball State University (Muncie, IN).

Someone will have a crystal ball they want to share?

This is not to say they couldn't make a huge mess of a city or two.If I look into my crystal ball, there will be more companies rushing into the market.  

But when design elements don't cost the earth and can stand up to the rigors of renting, of course there's a place for design, a very welcome one, because it will set apart your units from others that are renting for a similar price.Keep your eye on the ball.

I actually just signed up for real estate classes yesterday to get the ball rolling.

I realize the bank will want the 20% plus closing cost, so I figure about $30K with appraisal and ball park repairs.

And not one that specializes in selling to folks that intend to live there as a primary residence.Also if you lead with the I want to low ball 50 properties to get one.. your going to have a hard time finding anyone who is going to do that.Also you may want to provide your POF and your lending source..