We choose 20% since we would be out of state / wanted to be conservative but can adjust downwards.

Be prepared for trial runs with several different candidates if you choose to hire a handyman to make sure they turn out to be qualified and dependable.

Choose properties needing minor upgrades to build equity.

Some of these renters are capitalizing on low interest rates and choosing to buy, but many are unable to buy due to lack of down payment or credit factors. 

When someone who is not an electrician wants to do electrical work and you choose that because it's cheaper, don't you already know the answer?

There are significant details that I'm choosing to leave out regarding rent payments and balance left for the owner as you terminated the lease early. 

How do you balance these considerations when choosing a location? 

But I also realize many people choose the direction of Appreciation first.In my hometown market (not Pittsburgh, but central NJ area), few small to mid size multi family properties could come close to cash flowing positively.

They had named him Rommel on purpose, as they were involved with prison gang life and some people.. well I guess they simply choose to not reform or adjust.

Think about it: most of them are able-bodied adults who choose to live (mostly) free off the backs of others rather than contribute to society.Rent payments are usually steady, but Section 8 tenants took a lot more work upfront, throughout their tenancy and at the end of their tenancy.