This will be helpful to weed out looking for properties may have a high opening bid. 

My outlook improved.  

Good day BP community!First, I would like to thank you in advance for reading my discussion, and for any words of wisdom you are willing to share.I am a Southern California homeowner looking to invest out of the state...

First-times homeowners vs. investors have a very different outlook and affect prices differently. 

Wow Dave Foster great answer and outlook I never really thought about it from that standpoint.

This should be an interesting development to watch play out. Looks

I figure if he had no energy to shave, he certainly don't have the energy to mow.The property is located in an "A" area, almost 100% homeowners, all with beautifully manicured lawns, so even when my tenants cut the grass, it's not even or edged, and there's no spring and winter cleanup, it still stands out looking unkempt.

Start by putting in a few dehumidifiers and fans and getting the place aired out.  Look

yes im willing to do it right , im just figuring out looking for the best in depth forums , podcasts & books im not in a rush at all to just throw myself into shortcuts & anything , want to avoid as many mistakes as i can  . its more confusing to me about all the contracts & forms , the assignment contracts & etc i have analysis paralysis lol 

That's the smarter move on long term outlooks.