A great investor focused agent, coupled with a great PM, can get returns in a bad market if they know what they are doing.Investors should pick market based on barrier to entry and their available Capital and their strategy. 

Determining whether the venture falls under a service or rental business hinges on the provision of substantial services; for instance, if a bed and breakfast service is offered, it must be reported on Schedule C, triggering a 15.3% self-employment tax.Moreover, personal use plays a crucial role in the classification of the property.

From the thread it seems like homes appraised for higher than purchase price and you all have kept homes but also picked up did 1031 - not sure if that was of TK homes or other properties.thanks in advance.

I pick up about 7 or 8 game discs from the local resell store for usually $5 or less.    

I picked up a turn key with low rent once and I knew if I went rogue Id have zero tenants.

I have read a ton of the posts on here to pick up some recommendations and advice for managing class C/D properties but always open to more wisdom from my fellow investors!

Pick one that does not mess with your established rent.

Property 1:Listed for $292,500 Rental estimates $2050 - $2100. 
Year built: 1980 Renovation cost: $5000 Built area: 1528 sq ft 
Property 2: Listed for $330,000 Rental estimates $2050 - $2100 
Year built: 1993 Renov...

Unlike Evolve, they always pick up the phone, are understanding and personal, and charge much less than large traditional companies.

But we’re not picking on poor people.