Added expenses at the outset would be furnishings, decor, household items, linens, etcMonthly expenses would include property management, housekeeping, landlord insurance, utilities, internet/cable, lawncare, etc.Any help or advice is appreciated!

Rand started OwnAmerica in 2010, a flagship company that provided a comprehensive marketplace offering investors an easy way to view statistics on and analyze different rental properties.

Suppose all the Central American gangs invade Southern California all at once and rob each and every household over the course of a couple of weeks, shooting and killing and maiming as they go?

Further to that you will not get a loan for more than 4,5 times your yearly household income... all in all I would make up scenarios with very realistic interest rates.

We're looking for stats including job growth, population growth, household formation.

Many cities have a comprehensive plan to guide their growth and development goals, and have adopted development ordinances that support that plan.

Since I had very little money coming into my household I decided to take money out of my ROTH IRA account to pay for the rehabilitation.

You have to wait for her and be patient cos it has to be at her own pace and with no pressure other wise she will resist. ( I dont know why, but in general women are wired to protect and conserve) And all she sees when you tell her about RE is RISK and PROBLEMS. ultimately is the fear of the unknown. ( She is protecting her household) Automatic reaction. 

Homeownership Rate: 64.7%Median Household Income: $56,581Arizona is a fantastic place to invest in real estate!

For tenant screening, consider using Naborly which offers free online applications/ screening reports for landlords and applicants and has a pretty comprehensive report.