As it turns out, that information was not accurate.

•Check their rep everywhere—Google, Facebook, BBB.

In order to do so, I would need to do a cash out refinance of the first property, and was told I can pull out $80,000.

This website would include a walk-through video, more photos, information on what to do in the area, shopping recommendations, places to go, and things to see.

I only spoke with one person so far and they scheduled for more information gathering/ rental investment calls from them this upcoming week.

@Oscar Meneses Check out the BP recommended tax partners here! 

@Lillian Pintaro,Birmingham’s a lucrative market—it’s been my stomping ground for nearly 20 years, and you can find some excellent deals if you know what you’re after and dive deep by zip code, neighborhood, and city block.For what it’s worth, we manage 2,000+ units (many for out-of-state investors) mostly in the north and west part of town—so think suburbs outside the city limits like Graysville (35073), Adamsville (35005), Mount Olive (35117), Center Point (35215), and the like.Since you’re also open to the surrounding areas, places like Odenville (to the east) and Tuscaloosa (to the southwest) could be worth checking out.

However, some investors don't mind this strategy if they prefer not to put a lot of liquid in up front and plan to refi out within a few years of closing (which seems to be a great option with the talks of the FED reducing interest rates this year).It really comes down to investing in a growing market, in a good neighborhood & building a great team to support you.

There are risks too, when buying condemned and burned-out houses because you may not be able to control the environment where these properties exist.

This will clarify and reinforce what you are reading.