A mold specialist will cost you and arm and a leg and likely recommend unnecessary repairs.

I am able to work from anywhere, but I prefer to stay within arm’s reach of West Palm Beach, which has led to some analysis paralysis in identifying the ideal area for my initial investment property.

There are sometimes longer escrows, around 30-45 days, the pest inspection which you mentioned, and sometimes certain safety issues that need to be repaired.

Lucky enough to belong to an incredible network in Denver (CO) but as we add operations, properties and an arm of our design business down here I am itching to join something similar!

The numbers look good all around, my lingering question mark is around general safety of the area.

Finally, I look at housing starts, price points, infrastructure and safety - both cities are comparable, although Huntsville seems a bit better.

Ensure your property complies with all local health and safety codes.

Consider safety, proximity to amenities, rental demand, and property condition when searching for a property. 

Here you will meet wholesalers who provide deals and all the cash buyers (rehabbers) you will need.To find out about an area go to IREM.org search for ARM certified property managers.

If you need an extension for some reason most are really good about giving you a little extra time if it came to it because they don’t want to have to do the work to take over the project.HoldsLTV - 75-80%Interest - 3%-3.75% as an arm from 5-7 years (we don’t plan to hold forever so better rates are more appealing to us here)Amort - I push for 30 year but a lot are 25No feeRehab loan if needed which rolls into PITI as you draw funds.