Do you think the paid version of air dna is worth it or can you get by with the free version? 

You can make minor adjustments based on the type of appliances (dishwasher, clothes washer and dryer, air conditioning, etc.) and the size of the rental.

If millenial homeowners can't even change their home's air filters, or snake a toilet, or change the oil in their car, that's guaranteed future business for HVAC companies, plumbers, mechanics, and those places all need a place to conduct business in.The commercial mortgage pricing software I use has somewhere around 50 different asset classes in it.

Most of these properties have been sitting on the market for 30+ days.Other possible issues is the hot air furnace is very old.

There are so many moving balls in the air right now.  

Hour 2 goes by and we're looking at each other with our hands in the air "why is this taking so long?!"

I started this a little over 3 years ago now.I think thorough research, and data will help make educated decisions, and the real winner in this market is finding a mix of at least 2 of the four:  Off market discount, fixer upper, lowball on market offer, or seller financed/subto.Also if you are planning to do it in a populated area I also think its good to take on the idea of not cash flowing for a few years, and also considering air bnb if you want to reduce costs even more.

Repaired deck, new air condenser unit, repainted interior and exterior.

-Structural (foundation, wall, ceiling and floor)-Roof and Exterior(Roof Condition,Gutters and Downspouts, Siding, Windows and Doors)-Plumbing (Water Pressure,Leaks, Drainage, Pipes)-Electrical (Wiring,Outlets and Switches,Breaker Panel, Lighting Fixtures)-HVAC(Air Ducts, heating and cooling)-Water and Moisture Issues(Attic, Mold and Mildew)-Kitchen and Appliances-Bathrooms-Pest and Insect Problems-Safety Features

Air Force basic training happens here, so every week there is a big batch of families coming to see their kids graduate.