As others have said in this thread, no dangerous/vicious breeds allowed as per our insurance.A nonrefundable animal fee upfront, and a reasonable monthly animal rental added to the cost helps cover the costs of cleanup/rehab once the residents move out.This has opened up the pool I’m interested renters dramatically and seems to keep people in their pets in the property longer.Screening is the key, For both people and their pets.It also helps when are we rehabbing a property to do it in a way that minimizes the damage that pets can cause.

A 4-point inspection summarizes the age and condition of a property’s 1) Roof, 2) Electrical, 3) Plumbing, and 4) HVAC, and it’s only good for one year from the date of inspection.New systems, upgrades, and/or a new roof can change your premium dramatically.

So now would be a good time to reach out to those people you know, to better understand the neighborhoods in Pittsburgh, as they are varied and can often change dramatically even within a few blocks.

Also, having agriculture such as corn or rice on the property would dramatically improve the hunting.  

Rates for vacant vs. occupied properties are dramatically different unless you have a large schedule of properties that you can add it to. 

And yes, every time I submit a payment towards dramatically reducing the bad debt -- it puts a smile on my face and a little more weight is lifted off my shoulders.

The area continues to hold great job prospects and famous colleges... and rich people around the world retire in places like Marin, Sonoma, Napa, Los Altos/peninsula, I would not bet on dramatic price drops nor dramatic increase. 

Assuming you are a smart investor, and are purchasing quality investments, the ability to leverage your funds means a dramatic increase in the potential rate of return you can earn inside your retirement account. 

The only way that you can acquire a property at 55% of its retail value is if there is something dramatically wrong with it!

My expenses have not dramatically increased so I have not raised at all for the 2, going on 3 years.