Anything without emotion or discrimination - facts only.

There is an emotional aspect to consider.

You can drive for dollars and target homes that seem distressed or abandoned to find off-market deals (or find an agent or wholesaler that will do that), be patient, and don't let your emotions get (too) involved. 

I feel as though I know exactly what I want out of a deal but not sure where to take that first step.Nonetheless, the emotions I'm experiencing almost ensures me that I'm moving in the right direction.I would love to hear the communities experiences, stories, and advice.Thanks,Deane

This is especially true given the high price I expect to pay for the property, as I think appreciation will give me the best ROI.I prefer house-hacking to out-of-state because:1) I want to own the house I live inThis is a pure emotional thing.

One can also or should also take into account the emotional/mental and life style factors that may come into play too since everyone has different preferences on what they'd like to do with their free mind / time space.I think for some the 14 hours is more than acceptable however if a person was willing to trade that 14 hours and perhaps reduce it  down to 20-30 minutes of calls/emails per month by hirining a professional manager it may make sense as well depending on the cost.

We need to learn how to negotiate and to not get out emotions involve in the deal.

I have had a lot of recent calls from tenants saying they have "emotional support dogs".

The moment that you let your feelings and emotions effect your business decisions, its probably time to hire a property manager.

Certainly some have but I'm guessing its under 10%.I can't help but think that this thread really displays the book ends of emotions in investing, neither of which are the most healthy.