Ensure that a structural engineer inspects critical areas like the roof and foundation, as their expertise can help you understand the true condition of the home and potential repair costs.

I thought I had found one last month but during inspections we found major foundation issues and canceled.

We've also done all the maintenance and repairs all these years, we put new linoleum in the kitchen, painted the interior, built a new fence/gate, stained all cabinets, much more all without reimbursement as the owner is a tightwad and had never wanted to pay for upgrades.

I have been very high on the potential of Eugene for continued and rapid investment growth and opportunity for a variety of reasons, and have likened it to a more affordable Boulder..These very well paid athletes and the entire ecosystem built around them..ie: brands, influencers, media, boosters, coaches, alumni, all need to be accommodated.

A couple of my best investments are single-family homes built in the 40s but they've been maintained over the years and don't have major problems.You say it "almost negative cash flow" but your rent income is only $126,000 and you've spent $150,000 on maintenance.

It has been absolutely heart-wrenching to watch what has happened to the business I built over 15+ years.

Your sister's story isn't sexy, but that is how wealth is built.

Did lot confirmations got 3 buildable lots and built new homes.. that took another year.. but in the end it was a profitable venture. 

I built a spreadsheet so i can input the numbers I find during the due diligence period.

It will be short lived depending on what's being built in your neighborhood.There are always reports out there that show high appreciation and high cash flow markets.