Again, treating folks with housing support funds with the same dignity and respect as everyone else, usually nets quality clients that listen and do their best to follow the rules.

Any house here that's sub $100k, on or off market, is going to be so bad it will need $30-75k in rehab.

Same goes with restrictions on equipment.

I've heard nothing but complaints from customers AND their franchise agents reegarding the quality of their 800-number service center. 

For Neal it may be win-loss of 50-50 or 60-40, both not bad on average for funds. 

Are their listings detailed with good-quality photos?

Lots of areas that pencil very well on paper but the quality of renter you will get is going to eat into any profit you may think you are getting.

Investors who are active in gathering data on local trends while working with knowledgeable agents are able to pick neighbourhoods poised for growth and also comprehend how to best mitigate their risks as they prepare to maximize their return.Myth 3: Distressed Properties Are in Bad LocationsAnother misconception is that distressed properties only exist in bad neighborhoods.

Yes, if it is that bad you will have constant headaches. 

Quote from @James Hampton: That's a bad practice to follow.If an occupant is not named on the lease, you may have difficulty enforcing rules or evicting them.