In the offseason if I could find seasonal renters. 3 BR 2.5 bath three story townhouse style w a roof deck.

Learn the market and along with going to REIA's, go to any open houses in the area you are looking to invest in so you can learn what style is popular in the area and what features make a property sell.

Id definitely beware of wholesalers (there is plenty of info here on BP regarding that style of investing) if any of them try and make you an offer on something like this.

If dark brown isn't your style, then just make sure to stay away from white or light tan.

Mostly, I would stick with residential...although under the right circumstances, I might consider an office or retail property (industrial areas and industrial properties carry a lot of environmental risk and probably best avoided) That is my 2 cents.

Environmental phase one, site inspection, and cost reserve stable will cost some money a few grand or more.

Your communication style will need to be kinder than theirs.

I hope this helps shed some more light for you and helps you figure out more clearly, what your goals are, and what sounds better suited to your style.

I would try to find like a flipped house that has the same style and similar square footage, and the same bedroom/bath count.

Her style is CDs, I like small cap stocks (opposites do attract).