Ask neighbor if there is activity and if so, any patterns. 

The typical pattern is tons of deferred maintenance, free and clear, and no seller distress.  

hey @Jon Klaus Quick question, how do you come up with demographics for these areas and job growth. as you can tell I'm new at this and I'm just starting to figure all this out. what type of research do you do to come up with the figures about the cities and migration patterns. thanks in advance

Many imitation wood and ceramic designs to choose from.We first tried the Traffic Master Allure Vinyl Tiles in a bathroom, grip strip type, ceramic pattern.

Might revisit the price for similar quality/location at that sq. ft.I don't "know" your market, but I do know it's similar in rural towns here, we are fairly close and market conditions are similar, my son has in-laws in the area.I'd say the tile pattern would fly, some looks pretty good.

When I was in Army Aviation, I located a car I had to get back by having pilots fly a search pattern over a rural area as training, they found the car and they guy couldn't believe I found him.

Now, if the fact pattern demonstrates intent to hold (and not to flip), then the 1031 Exchange should qualify.

A licensed contractor is required to obtain permits in the following situations: General maintenance and repairs exceeding $500 in labor and materials for projects modifying a building's existing structure in any way (including tile, wood flooring and marble);Any electrical work, including installation of ceiling fans;Replacement of an air conditioner unit;Installation of a water heater;Changing a toilet or a sink fixture.

I am not sure there is one right or wrong answer but after a while you will start to see a pattern in many that seems to work better than others.

It sounds like my pattern is going to be like that - it will probably take me two year to kick her out, because she has a 10 months old.I might have to tell her I will start charging late fee if she continue to breach her obligation her pay late.