I have lots of clients in the same boat- just getting started and trying to make the best possible choices as they move forward.

Other things to look for in either scenario, but potentially even more so for flipping, are things like the walkability of the area (can people walk to things like bars, restaurants, coffee, school, is it very hilly or is it a pleasant stroll), ratio of owner/occupants to renters in the area (people like to buy where everyone else buys, not in high rental areas), street noise (people like to have easy access to the highway, not be underneath it), etc.Of course, while internet research is hugely beneficial, a great way to know if a property is a good bet is to visit it and tour the town yourself.

I have lots of clients in the same boat- just getting started and trying to make the best possible choices as they move forward.

I have lots of clients in the same boat- just getting started and trying to make the best possible choices as they move forward.

(He and Suzanne were only married for eight years, so she had a good career choice.)My best friend in the business recently sold out and netted about $16,000,000.

@Anthony Dooley Your absolutely  right that was the problem i was facing, so many niches to choose from it was slightly overwhelming trying to narrow down the choices to just one or 2.

I have lots of clients in the same boat- just getting started and trying to make the best possible choices as they move forward.

Taking everything into consideration it seems like the best choice is to keep things as they are until we can afford to do everything right.

@Chris Morey,It's not that you're shutting him out - in fact, invite him to participate.If he chooses not to participate, then it's his choice and not your fault.

I have lots of clients in the same boat- just getting started and trying to make the best possible choices as they move forward.