The data I linked to is 10 years old, but it's the most recent I could find.Prior to reading this, I had just assumed that assessments were conducted whenever the property changes hands, since that's how it works here in California. 

So for the average person I always hear you should go visit the place which is obvious however the dilemma that I'm coming to is should you go to the area to get a general sense and then return home then schedule a few viewings then come back again or should you just bid on a house then if they accept it come only once? 

Feel free to share your own examples of your favorite marketing descriptions for the rest of the community.Example Format: Attention Grabbing Headline, Touch on Location, Highlight Homes Best Features, and Touch on Any Disqualifiers/RestrictionsExample Description:2 bedroom, 2.5 bath townhome in a fantastic West Des Moines location near the Des Moines Golf & Country Club, Waukee School District, and close to I-80!

The broker we are talking to is quoting us 80% LTV through Fannie Mae with a 30 year term.

But do you actually want to is the question... 

@Ashley Zhang you actually have an option to write off some of your expenses if you want to. I

@Lamont Marable the entity transfer that they are referring to is going to be done away with soon..the counties and school districts know what is going on and want their tax money.

Depending on your bank, you may be able to take your T&I out of escrow and pay it yourself (if you want to).  I

Finding investor clients can be quite difficult, but it also depends on what investors you want to reach out to. I

With the amount of liability landlords are now (and please, if anyone has more insight than I do, fill me in.) subject to, I no longer have a desire to.