Our custodian here in Houston is pretty good about running regular education classes on that, and I go them as much as I can.

I regularly attend local REI meetups and have told others about my plans in hope that, when I'm seriously looking, others may point me towards good deals.I'm still at least 7-1/2 months from being able to really start looking at houses.

These are subjected to income taxes and social security + medicare taxes.There is also capital gains (and many more).

And you don't need $15k structure or plumbing repairs on the regular.

Here are the detailsOriginal Note:  $48,500, 8% interest, 30 years, secured by first lien on $70k property, typical note terms.Date: 12/9/2009Current Value:  $41,505Payments:  $505.88/month includes $120/month escrow for insurance and property taxes, No payment missed, 3 payments late but not by more than 30 days.Escrow:  -$800 now but payment will be increased for negative balance and increased taxes/insurance.My guess is its worth $55,340 valued at 6%

What if you call one and they tell you they can come out the same day but it'll be triple the regular rate, or they can come the next day (Monday) at the regular rate? 

My husband and I are realtors who want out of the rat race, and like many people, I just want security.

Indy does not get the same regular and large influx of people, so it takes more time.   

2 buildings, 10 units; each is 2 BR 1 bath,central H&A.Each unit has own inside laundry, secure gated property with security system.

I have a regular HP laptop that I leave at home.