I does have a steep learning curve but it is a powerful program. 

Here's my point, if you drive on the property and the parking lot has pot holes and you can't see the striping, weeds are overgrowing the sign, the exterior of the building has been painted in 15 years or, if brick, has never been power washed, what's going to be your first impression as you drive on the property, if you even make the turn.If you do come on the property everything you look at, even if the interior has been completely renovated, you're going to find fault and continue to look for what else is wrong.That said, as you're renovating the exterior the tenants will actually start to get excited.

The BRRRR method is so powerful and allows for so much creativity. 

It's funny, I've grown up in REI all my life, and in a way that lead to me not appreciating the value of it as a business; but after 5 years of startup/corporate life my eyes finally opened to how powerful it is, thanks to my friend, @Ryan Mapes. 

Property is a duplex in South Sacramento, fruitridge and power inn area, and mkt value between 310k-350k.

It is a powerful training tool.

The utilities (water, sewer and power) were all underground.  

@Calvin Ozanick I agree with @Lee RipmaIf you have the bandwidth and the desire to do your own deals then all the power to you.

We do not have to pay any additional costs for the extra 6 months, which is nice.When working with F&G, you do have to sign a power of attorney form.

Seller finance is a powerful tool to get into investing if it’s done right