I put in 25k for repairs because I feel like any purchase needs something...If you have tips on what major things to look for in determining high cost repairs right out of the gate I would love to read about them. 

If anyone has any tips or recommendations for me I would appreciate it.

Thanks for the tips!

Also thanks for the education tips!

http://www.zillow.com/homes/for_sale/Palm-Beach-Gardens-FL/46852523_zpid/53788_rid/150000-150000_price/532-532_mp/any_days/globalrelevanceex_sort/26.940282,-80.014973,26.773047,-80.330143_rect/11_zm/The same style unit in the community recently sold for 205,000 completely updated.

unfortunately, i never explored the RE market in AZ. a few tips that has helped me here on BP, read the forums, blogs, set up alerts, listen to the podcast as well.  

Any tips, thoughts, cautions about using Auction.com to purchase a house?

Any tips and advice would be great!

I also highly recommend finding a local REIA because they're amazing for networking and picking up local tips.  

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