And I'd bet less than 1% actually look at any demographic or economic data with the exception of the latest "Best Places to Live" article on Yahoo's homepage.Buying rentals here in California, SoCal specifically, works very well.

This time around I hope to make better informed decisions.I am a Director of Software Engineering and have developed web sites on my own time.I am 46 years old and currently I am looking at educating myself in real estate investment.

Which would mean different business cards, web site, logo, etc. 

And there several good, affordable options in web-based PMS to help with logistics (leases, repairs, tenant notes, etc)

Hosting, web design, and paying his employees cost money too, so I personally don't object to paying a bit more to access some of the premium content.  

that depends on the builder... if they did a good job, that's probably the only one that will occur. talk to the neighbors and i bet they have the same cracks. ask them if it leaks.dont finish the basement. the ROI is not worth it unless you have done the numbers.

I made a big bet on Detroit, I bought 25 properties at rock bottom prices.  

I seriously doubt a judge would remove someone from title simply because they couldn't be served.If there is animosity between the two, then the best bet would be for You to find the girl friend, as a neutral third party, bearing gifts.

Frankly I'm a bit jealous.The best way to learn a language is to just dive right and get wet; I'm willing to bet learning facets of real estate is no different.

Networking with local wholesalers at your REIA might be your best bet.