The Kirkland market is tight, so off-market deals or distressed properties might give you an edge.Seattle’s market can be a double-edged sword: strong appreciation potential but high entry costs.

The best defense against rats entering your property is to seal off all entry points (holes, cracks in walls), remove food sources (dirty dishes, food left in trash cans), and water sources (like leaks). 

I use a spreadsheet I developed to determine my entry costs, carrying costs, cash flow, tax write offs, appreciation and exit costs.

The median home price is also very low nationwide which creates a low barrier to entry.

Are there any lenders or ways to finance the entry fee for subject to deals?

It was high rent, low entry point area but within 6 months I dealt with an eviction and electrical issues.

However, its downfall (and really what makes it so easy) is that it is a single-entry system. 

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After entry, save receipts and back up in a file for that year. 

The barrier to entry seems high, and the price-to-rent ratio isn't very favorable.