Maybe not all, but if you speak to enough you may find some gems.  

It really is a hidden gem in the midwest and there is a lot of opportunity there. 

If you can only afford condo pricing, then jensen beach is still an underpriced gem for seasonal rental. just watch the HOA fees.

And maybe you will be lucky and find that rare gem of a person who does really good work and will work for peanuts.  

I did driving for dollars the other day and found a place that seemed like a gem in Pasadena, CA.

Any stone you turn will find a gem under it.We're located here in Roseville and would be glad to support your needs and lend a helping hand if needed.Good luck,Randy

.#3 Hidden costs:   Even if you sell your property at a higher sale price than when you bought it, agent fees, repair fees, capex fees eat away at your profits.  

When acquiring these old gems, or objective is to improve their energy efficiency by a minimum of 50% (40% on newer, post War houses) while updating the building to provide modern, healthy living spaces for our tenants.  

Of course you can find some gems that way, but is it worth your time to do so as opposed to finding deals via MLS, Craigslist, bandit signs, etc.

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