Supposedly, they connect sellers with brokers and homebuyers in each market.

.- If they are more reasonable you may want to accept if for now, but let them know you'd be doing regular increases to get the rent more inline with market rent.Too many newbies here will tell you to get market rent or get rid of the tenant.

I chose to invest in 1272 Lakins Rd, Etna, due to its potential in a growing market.

Cash flow is crucial, especially if you depend on it for your monthly income.Selling the property for $170k, which is above its market value of $120k, might seem like a good deal initially.

Quote from @Mo Karim: How are the Milwaukee burbs market?

How much weight do you give to the cash flow benefit of cheap debt when the property is priced above market?

As the market evolves we've intensified our commitment to helping investors focus only on listings that are eligible for vacation rental usages and either; have exceptional existing production or high potential for rental performance.

I have been part of a regular meetup for a couple years now and it definitely helps ground you in your local market.

Every market will vary due to labor costs. 

Most inspections are exterior only so insurance is going off of insured/agent application and any visual cues such as an outdated electrical meter.Also, while it's been difficult to insure these things for many years now it's gotten tighter over the last 5 years in this hard market.