You need to love real estate, and be willing to work hard and be willing to hear thousands of people say no to you...most in a very impolite way.  

I LOVE re-designing and re-making homes!  

So far I really love real estate and am trying to learn as much as possible.My situation is as follows: I recently accepted a full time job offer that will have me moving every 6 months starting in July.

I think you will love real estateGood luckGino

I love real estate which is one of the reasons I aspire to be a Realtor in the near future since it's a career that encompasses something I can't get enough of.

The quality and charm of his house is nowhere near this one.

This is how you do sales and it works like a charm.

hey everyone in from NC I just love real estate.

I love real estate and I love cruises.  

Charm is now extra labor....As you mention...Add to it about anything fragile, too high end (unless a luxury rental), too complicated, or risky (think fireplaces or pools)...heck, even the large yard you may like as a owner is just more to mow as a  Landlord..Think about everything from fixtures to flooring in terms of fair rental conditon and durability in prepping your house to rent and in choosing rentals...Also, the  pristine show conditon of the new home or hgtv is not fair rental conditon (look at the similar rentals in your are and their conditon and amenities as a guide)...Best of luck..