Make sure it's one that's also insured.

Also, can you say more about landlord vs renter’s policy on insurance ?

Start small and aim for properties that cash flow well, even after accounting for taxes, insurance, and repairs.Most importantly, keep taking action!

Also, how does one assess whether or not one can turn a profit after paying principal/interest, insurance, and taxes each month?

Quote from @Devin James: Quote from @Dominic Mazzarella: Quote from @Devin James: Everything went wrong with this investment:   - Took 4 months longer than expected   - Cost $10K more to build than we anticipated   - Sold for $20K less than we anticipatedWe still profited with a 30% return on equityThis is why I love Real Estate InvestingWhen you do your diligence and stay conservative with your numbers, it takes something really bad to lose money.Here was the original post:My siblings and I are building a home in North Port, FL.Here are the numbers: - Finished Home Value: $412Kish - Land Cost: $19,750.39 - Construction & Permitting Costs: $304,897Additional costs: - Environmental Site Assessment - General Liability Insurance - Builders Risk Insurance - Construction FinancingWe will be listing the home this weekPhotos coming soon!! 

While we don’t have state income tax here we do have the hurricane tax that comes with high insurance premiums and little real insurance benefits/help when it’s needed.

Insurance and LiabilityWhat type of insurance is required for a renovation project in Chicago?

If you think you can manage a mortgage, taxes, insurance and the upkeep of a home while paying your student loans then buying is not  bad idea but if you think you will overstretch yourself renting is nto bad either.

I'm thinking of selling my personal residence on a wrap, but I wanted to see what you thought about these approximate numbers (rounded for simplicity):$140k sales price$30k down payment from buyer$95k owed on my existing mortgage @ 4.875%$550 P&I monthly payment ($650 w/ taxes and insurance)Seller finance the $110k left w/ a wrap w/ a 3 year balloon.

Health insurance payments, Health savings account lots of options.