This just goes to prove that no matter where you start and even no matter the age there are still competitive loan options out there!

I've reused plenty of cords that were in good shape -- all landlords do, but a cord of that age and likely condition?

New to the site and new to real estate investing (although I just finished with The Book on Rental Property Investing).My uncle (age 57) and I (age 48) want to start investing in residential single-family real estate. 

It all depends on the specific numbers, age of the condo, the specific city/town.

I have just got the bug for REI this year (at age 25) and all I have done so far is analyse deals, go to these meetups, and network.

What we decided to do to comply with the city is to convert the home to a single family (removing one of the front doors), but keep the right side as a distinct space with a MIL suite with a small kitchenette and back entry. 

How significant is the age of a home in your decision to invest?

Before I ask my first question, i figured I'd introduce myself and give you all a brief background of myself.I'm a middle aged, family man, searching for financial freedom.

it takes time to establish credit, and age of accounts is important.I agree with @Andrew Syrios something else might be hurting your score, it's not the student debt, unless you missed some payments.Maurice

Having a shared wall is much better than having a shared ceiling/floor.As to the building's age, 100 years old is not immediately a bad sign because people update properties as they hold onto them throughout the years.