I'm wondering how much to construct a 10'+ / - dormer including frame interior for new left side bedroom doorway sheath siding roofing window.

I am wondering if others are investing in the smaller communities around us here and how are you dealing with the lack of data.In particular, I struggle putting value on the land. 

That is a 101 type of technique, the IRS is very aware of it.If "I won't get caught" is the approach, then you can whack anyone you want - as long as nobody wonders why the rose bushes in the back yard are growing so nicely and digs to find out. 

I am working with my bank to finance the deal and am wondering if hard money/ private money may be a better option since I am having to do some creative things for the down payment. 

Wondering what people are using to create and track their personal financial statements to include fixed assets and depreciation?  

There social standards and social skills do not warrant "nice".This has been tried and failed many times with investors walking away wondering how tenants can be so irresponsible and so destructive.

However, I've seen a number of folks invest in multifamily homes in upstate New York and wonder if it would make more sense to get something cheap ($250-$300k) somewhere upstate and to continue living in a rental.

Also, just wondering if the foreclosures ever auction for lower than the price owed on the mortgage? 

I was wondering if there was a list already going that had the Famous 4 book recommendations. 

Looking to purchase my investment property in Florida and was wondering where the best markets are right now..