I just sold a building in Westchester for $82,500 per unit and the building is a shell that needs electrical, plumbing, sprinklers, drywall and fire resistant stairs. 

I've not and am not buying now because I'm traveling, but I've heard about the town's growth on and off for a few years as well as Goodnight's backing of Chatham Park, a major project which it seems the locals resist because it will turn a small town into a bigger one. 

The only easy fix that I could think from this is that the gas line could be partially closed, causing low flame in the oven and not enough to start on the stove.

Corporates are definitely the path of most resistance.

Pex plumbing is very resistant to bursting as well.Rehabs still happen in the winter, but you won't generally be out painting the exterior.

  - Lastly, we all hit resistance in this buisness.

I don't agree per my posts, which were flamed because, I guess, I offered an east coast perspective.. and a dose of reality.

They make pet resistant screen material that you can buy in bulk.

Both of these markets seem very attractive and especially resistant to overall economic downturns.

As long as you can resist temptation, I would suggest this...On-line courses are good, but can't replace the classroom because a good instructor can teach you the business as well as guide you toward passing the test.A number of Brokerages will put on cost effective, license training at their offices.Just understand that while there, they will market to you to join them.Good luck...