There is so much information and you will definitely be more prepared.

I have listened to at least half of the BP podcasts so far and have read Rich Dad Poor Dad, The Book On Managing Rental Properties, and a few others in preparation for my first real investment.

Ive taken everything into consideration and prepared for the worst.There was a huge variance in observations from the inspector to contractor.

Of course communicated and preparing for every situation and getting involved in a good investment is always key.

I agree with Jeff Beard in general on this, because a lot of tenants are not that neat and clean or have way too much furniture, or will have the place in a state of chaos as they are preparing to move.

I am preparing to take my RES exam before the new year and hoping to transition my full time position into Real Estate soon.  

It is a lot of paperwork, so be prepared. 

@ @Tony Castronovo, love your idea of preparing package for appraiser.  

We fixed everything on the house before leaving in preparation to sale the house.The house sold for $268,000 but fell through twice.

I own a condo in Chicago that I'm preparing to rent out.