I am open to any suggestions, mentoring opportunities and advice/tips you may have.

I carefully inspect the brick or siding to see if there are any severe problems that may necessitate extra repairs or replacement.Sidewalks and resident profiles are equally significant.

@Sarah Kensinger don t forget investors can build and triple net lease their properties via a long term lease to management companies and enjoy all the benefits of passive investing.You are right .management companies who are responsible for taxes , insurance and maintenance, will make sure the property and furnishings( which they paid for) are well taken care of.

B- I usually think of these houses as older but well taken care of.

The owner occupant buyers don't know what the cash flow might be and don't care. 

We love to go camping, take care of our home, and try new restaurants.

It's wise to be careful about houses with big problems, but it sounds like you're already on the hunt for the perfect fixer-upper.Best of luck,Julio

@Zachary Schimenz here's some tips for your next venture: Look at what the seller paid and the date they paid.

Enjoy it in good health!

ROE), but I don't really care because I plan to hold everything forever, anyway.Go to etsy and search for real estate investment or something similar.