It also helps uncover sellers faking expenses, When you have 20 similar properties to compare with.

He uncovered a lot with that strategy.Small example here, but I checked out the Facebook account of the last tenant I picked, and I couldn't find anything negative on her profile, despite her being very active.

However, the house was built in 1912 and I’m sure that a home inspection will uncover some kind of issues with plumbing, windows, roof, electrical, subfloor, or something major.

Did they uncovered something in their due diligence that you should identify?  

Hi Jennifer -So nice to hear from a book person - I heart reading, and I think it gives one a definite advantage in a lot of areas, esp REI.

Grade: B-Though these threads become redundant, I enjoy the back and forth...any time people sit down and bang out a 500+ word replies, there are going to be some gems to uncover.

I understand that HUD sells "as is" and will not make any repairs uncovered during the inspection.  

I found it challenging to uncover any cash flowing property in the greater Tacoma area (outside of multi-family).  

Use the search tool on the top right hand corner to uncover them.With that said, here's a cool video on the 50% rule :)

A good builder can help you here.This is a very abbreviated list, but if you hit the above hard it should start uncovering the nuances required to do a full build project.Get a good local mentor and work with an experienced builder on your first few.