Ian, I'm not sure why you assume I want something for free or would be a slum lord. 

@Ian Kurela I appreciate your input!  

So agree with @Ian Ippolito on the concept of diversification. 

Hey Ian. 

@Robert Ian Oldroyd What value do you bring to the table? 

Ian Reeves How did you find this deal and how did you negotiate it?

@Ian Barnes thanks a lot that’s exactly what the guy said he is a wholesaler.

@Ian Cooperman  well look at it like when I buy courthouse steps.. we get no inspections.. a lot of times we cant get in the house.. you just have to take the risk and the deal needs to pencil for that.. sometimes we get stung sometimes we make a big hit.for the average buyer though not getting an inspection that would be pretty risky to out right not very bright.as a wholesaler I would think you need to be able to walk through a home and in 20 minutes or so understand what it is.and not rely on home inspection.. at least if your buying way under market. 

Originally posted by @Ian Walsh:As a rough gauge, see if it fits the 50% rule. 

In no way am I an economist, or would ever claim to understand the true depth in being able to speak on these subjects, however I would estimate given the current economic climate that investing with appreciation as your primary source of growth would be a dangerous investment.Perhaps this is a showcase of my own lack of experience, but I would rather invest in safer cash flowing assets until we see the economic correction everyone has been preaching about.