Strategic negotiations secured the property at $170,000, positioning us for a quick and lucrative resale in a thriving market.

Granted, my experience trying to manage myself after I PCS'd is a little different than yours will be if you live in the area.

I’d recommend running cash flow scenarios on any potential deal to ensure it aligns with your financial goals.If you’d like help analyzing properties or securing financing, let me know I’d be happy to assist.Best,Drago

With the income issue, there are screening systems available that verify income by having applicants securely log in to their payroll provider, which then shares their gross and net income with you.

I have a clause in the lease that says the security deposit will be held in so and so bank with so and so address and interest rate will be xyz.

This not only secures your cash flow but could also turn a problematic tenant into a reliable one. 

Whether you’re buying or building, focus on doing so below market value to secure immediate equity or strong cash flow potential.It's also important to thoroughly research the local market—pay attention to trends like rent potential, job growth, and population increases.

I cancelled their contract and when I asked them the security deposit be mailed to me in NJ, they sent the security cheque to some address in Philly.

That has stopped but we do feel it to be a security issue. 

ONly money spent securing the house against waste.