There’s a reason the government specifically calls out “ rent to own “ in the Dodd frank bill a “ predatory lending practice” Save yourself a huge headache and move along with someone else

Houses are priced similarly, typically a bit cheaper, however the interior is practically new.Thoughts?

In Northern Indiana (Nisource), it used to be 20+ years ago (and I assume its still the case)  you would have to put a deposit down to cover the gas and electric distribution services, and you could get some credit back based on houses going into service with some assumed usage patterns.City run utilities and REMC's would have drastically different practices. 

@Troy S.I would say it depends on your level of connections to businesses and expertise in dealing with different businesses (e.g. logistical/legal/practical issues leasing the space to a restaurant versus convenience store).

Seems decent but wondering how practical it is.

I have been reading and listening to the podcast religiously every day and also trying to practice analyzing deals to prepare for finding my next property.I know this is the most important skill to hone to become an effective investor and I fully understand the process.

There is a BP book on investing with low or no money down you probably want to read.I also recommend practicing with the real estate calculators - getting the math right is the key to a “good deal”.Feel free to contact me with any questions or post them in the appropriate forum - the community here is great.

We do this quite often as it is almost common practice for Environmental firms to "recommend" a Phase 2. 

Generally speaking your typical guru coaching program teaches you concepts of how to analyze a market, how to talk to brokers, how to raise capital, etc... so you can practice the business despite where you and the guru live. 

It would be more helpful if you give a city name or a zip code.Disclaimer: While I’m an attorney licensed to practice in PA, I’m not your attorney.