Huge discounts are number 2 and that is the challenge.

Personally, I would be hesitant to purchase my first property 1000 miles from where I live, because in addition to the real estate challenges , you will also have geographical challenges.

It IS more challenging to get a deal.

It's been a little challenging to find a good realtor who is experienced and knowledgeable while also reliable and motivated enough to return calls/emails personally and consistently, and actively look for properties within my criteria, and go on viewings for or with me instead of passing me on to a "team member".

He refused to continue the work when we challenged him.We ended up hiring another contractor to finish the job.

The challenge is, nobody can guarantee appreciation.

I realize I never formally introduced myself after engaging with many of you and getting a warm welcome and lots of great advice!

Individual taxpayers who are not engaged in a trade or business but are investigating the potential creation of a new business should consider forming an S corporation to facilitate and conduct all the activities related to the investigation.

If you have the stomach for it, it's a very rewarding business but sometimes it can be scary, disturbing, challenging & sometimes down right disgusting.ENJOY!

I’m really trying to figure out for my next purchase should I use the same realtor, attorney, and title company.Thank you again for engaging in this dialogue with me.