It is unreal what can happen from collective interest and genuine sharing of knowledge.

Also, being genuinely nice and appreciative.Thanks.

@Jason Hirko - it's funny...I've had some really great appraisers to work with on other purchases...very approachable and genuinely interested in being a professional AND working with me and the bank to get where we need to be. 

The broker I work for has a good GPS type of search.  

Most importantly, don't be afraid to ask questions, as the members on BP are truly genuine with their desire to help out.

I along with many others I talked to after who also could not afford the additional courses left so discouraged after this seminar and genuinely disappointed.

I am so happy that I found this website that is not only very informative, but is filled with genuinely nice and caring people trying to bring up the masses in all things REI.

So, I've been in search of my first multi-family and think I uncovered a gem, but I'm still new at running all the numbers so I was hoping to get more experienced eyes to take a look and see if I'm way off base, missing something, or if maybe I did find a genuinely good deal.Here are the main details:2,400 sq/ft brick duplex, 2b/1bath each unit, fully renovated, new hardwood throughout, tenants pay utilities, etc.List price: $79,900Expected purchase price: $72,000Initial investment:25% down: $18,000Closing costs, inspection, etc.: $3,000Improvements/Appliances: $5,000Total cash outlay: $26,000Annual expenses:Property taxes: $750Insurance: $700Annual maintenance: $500Advertising: $100Property management: $1540Mortgage: $3,28310% vacancy: $1400Rents:Going rents in the area for similar properties of this square footage in the neighborhood range from around $700-$950/month.

I am in no way done learning about RE but I finally found a way to build wealth that I have a genuine interest in.

Lots of great links and resources and lesson modules.And then we started getting monthly newsletter/CD mailings which aren't all that well organized (yet) but still show lots of promise.Gut feeling says Fleck is genuine, and the evidence is still coming in. :) Haven't attended any live, in-person events tho.