Okay, Jon, your $6,000 bill trumps mine!

Being educated and being able to tell someone why  you think it is or isn't a deal and base it off of something other than NOI or "just because it is" I think separates people that do this for a living and those that read one book and now decide that they are the next donald trump.  

I understand you have a budget but what you can make should trump all else.You want to keep everything close to be able to handle maintenance, etc.

@Donald Spivey Hello "BP Newbie" and welcome to Bigger Pockets.

Trumps nice chunk in Palos Verdes was smart looking back.

Originally posted by @Donald Whitfield:Being a South Philly guy born and raised I can tell you for a fact it really just depends on where the house is located in "19145" there are some areas where you can leave your door unlocked at night ( although i wouldn't advise it) and there are some areas where you think you are in a scene off of The Wire.

I also heard that from Donald trump one time.

Hello Donald,I'm definitely not a seasoned investor but I'm also looking to connect with local investors in Fredericksburg. 

I've never read Trump's books.

Remember too, each township, village and municipality has their own overriding codes (trumping Illinois or National code) so it is best to call the village and ask them directly or a local architect.