I would want to send a camera through the sewer lines to make sure they're okay and that's about it.On the other hand he might be planning to put the cash rent in his own pocket, be hiding known expensive defects, hiding financial problems that the bank would find, there could be title issues. etc.I love this game!

It's like a dynamic real life game. 

If you intend to live there forever then the cash out refi might be a good call.It all depends on your game plan and what your numbers look like.

I am just too busy to play the games anymore.I optimize cash back.

The biggest winners and losers in the real estate game over the next decade will come from this hospital moving. 

They are also known for their great customer service.

Speed is the name of the game in RE.

Expenses growing is part of the game, nothing is static. 

The numbers seem to make sense but there is so much I don't know or fully understand until I'm in the game.

As far as appreciation goes, I don't know how to predict houses with good appreciation since I'm so new to the game.