Nice size to startwith, but not large.His particularsituation is he can retire in 12 months with significant pensionpayments and 401k funds, at the age of 56.

Have a list prepared around a nice area of houses that you have selected that will fit your criteria....maybe see the insides of one or two?

when you get to the rust belt and mid west no real need for it in a big way when you can still buy nice SFRs for 150 to 300k all day long.

That's nice, but magical thinking.

@Wale Lawal I would like to gain experience but like you said that is my long term goal to get appreciation and build a nice portfolio over time.

I have been to one.. then i sent my 20k in then I got the list of members and decided was not for me.. the nice thing is they just sent my 20k back  minus the 1k i spent for the 2 day event i went to... for many its probably worth it .. for me is was too heavily slanted with guru's and wholesalers.. 

They're charging second mortgage rates on a first mortgage, nice investment if you can get it.Getting the former owner to sign a second mortgage for the amount you paid at tax sale works, if he pays, and if he signs. 

Most people focus on cash flow, and while that's nice, it doesn't build wealth.

Buyers Want More Than a Pretty HouseSan Diego buyers are discerning, and they don’t just want a house that looks nice—they want one that functions well and reflects their lifestyle.

If your cabinets are made out of plywood and nice enough painting is actually a great option.