What you get from me is honest, no BS, reality check advice and tips to help you not just buy a property, but set you up for future success if you are wanting to scale this into something bigger.

I have three rentals as well and can attest that there are definitely tips and strategies out there that a knowledgeable CPA, who specializes in real estate, can help you with. 

@Robert Akens I second Ned's vote on the BWI Meetup (hat tip @Christina R. , who got me involved). 

will you be running business in an area that tip well?

Thanks for the tip.

Does anyone have any tips for specific suburbs to look at that offer a good risk vs. reward mix? 

Have any tips?

Here's what I've done so far.....and this is a tip i got directly from someone here on BP that just did a Podcast on BP so I'd like to think that he's pretty successful.....and he invests a lot in the Cleveland Market. 

You can't take them to court or hire an attorney to collect unpaid rent or damages.My recommendation - if your state law allows - is to take a larger deposit of two or three months rent to protect you.Great tip.

Do you guys have tips on getting a great bang for your buck appraisal-wise?