So far I would say it has been a good investment but I don't really know how big I can scale it or how long it will take.At the same time, if there's a big investor looking for someone to help manage their portfolio in NYC or Long Island I would be open to jump on board so I can learn as well.

Fill the home with drugs so they go away for a long timeThis post was 100% satire as the question is comics as it’s $200 - if you own real estate $200 is nothing

Last year, my husband and I purchased an investment property in Salt Lake City that we turned into a short-term rental.

No typical AC can lower the temp more than about 15 - 20 degrees below ambient, regardless of how long it runs.

And make sure that all items necessary for you to get the best rate possible from your carrier (like 4 point inspections, roof attachment points, pool enclosures etc) are present or available.One nasty little factor that can't be helped is that every time you buy a property for more than than last owner paid - you will have a tax bump due to re-assessment. 

Last year, a heavy rain and storm damaged it and I had to replace the entire roof which costed me $21K. 

I'd avoid doing it on the first or last week of the month as there isn't enough time to let tenants know and PMs are busy enough (as you know) with people moving in and out. 

In the last 5 years they've doubled (see chart below). 

Long time listener of Bigger Pockets and this question is HAUNTING me so I jumped on here.

Well 1st off, I am not sure who you are speaking with or what you are looking at, you are NOT buying fully renovated props for 80k or less in Cleveland. 2nd you are not getting a loan if you do not have a US address and bank acct (Unless there is a new program that started last month or so) I have dozens of clients from overseas that would love to get a loan but cannot.