I personally just attend 1 to 3 auctions in my home state of SC.Personally, I attend as many auctions as I can :)I actually have my list of favorite states and counties, but with good organization and a detailed plan there are no limits if you operate online.

Our favorite response from guests is "OMG! 

Your outdoor setup reminds me a little bit of this classic movie scene:https://www.youtube.com/watch?

Your traditional bank in most instances is going to take the loan and resell it on the secondary market.For House Hacking, my favorite concept is  purchasing a duplex, triplex or quadplex, you accomplish 2 things in 1 step, you get a roof over your head, and at a minimum you get someone else to help pay for your mortgage, and when its time to move out, you already have your 1st investment property under your belt.

I would rate it... but all you guys do is tell dumb jokes, not listen to your guests and bag on Detroit.Seriously though it's my number one favorite podcast...  

. #3) you can usually tell ahead of time  and you can ALWAYS tell with the first response to any answers  #4) what do to with X dollars, which market, which accounting software (my favorite), solar on my rental, etc etc. 

I'd offer to buy the tenants dinner and a movie on his behalf.

But if ya want a champions life, step it up, spit in fears face, stop making excuses and start making results.My favorite part of this post was how you finished with: "I won't rub your ego", after paragraphs of attempting to rub your own.

Think about your favorite childhood memories and the home where they took place.

Turning a "SFR 3bed / 2bath with a bonus room" , into a 4 bed / 2 bath with the simple addition of a closet, is one of my favorite value add plays.