Surely a card system would prevent drilling the locks and stealing the coins?

Their history of large rental income didn’t add anything to the value because you could buy the identical house across the street and do the same thing. 

While the consulting fee seems steep, it's actually a steal if they show you how to reduce or eliminate your taxes simply because they know the tax code.

If you use a properly set-up entity structure, it can also protect you from charging orders and keep your identity anonymous. 

I'd also make sure any valuables are safely locked up because some people use viewings to case the house and come back later and steal stuff. 

Referrals are my ideal source, but sometimes people can be hesitant about sharing their best vendor with you for fear you'll steal their vendor's attention away from them. 

Is every single one identical in terms of repairs and capex, and they all net exactly $200 a month?  

I usually tell my investor clients that if the building itself will be in a flood zone (not just parts of the lot), it's not worth the investment unless it's a steal and you're able to pay off any mortgage easily if flood rates rise ridiculously (and you can afford to pay for any flood damage, yourself). 

Most of them were turned down of course but I got some properties at a steal.

Sharing the listing will make it easier for everyone to help you.By reading many many posts identical to this though, I can tell you it is almost ALWAYS the dang price.Also, depending on the market, a furnished LTR can often be more difficult to place a tenant in.