Be sure to explore all around the forums as well as many of the FREE tools that Bigger Pockets provides.I am on the lending side of things and am always happy to hop on a call to discuss loan options that are out there, even if not offered by my resources.

Hopping on call with our realtor tonight to outline our next offer!

You can use a tool like AirDNA to get estimates of property performance in your specific market and with your typical size and configuration of home.

This will make it a lot easier to manage, will cost you less than buying on the market and typically you can get 1:1 rent returns.

Offering a clean and beautiful home to some lucky renters.

Unfortunately. this is typically considered normal wear and tear.

We typically have a specific criteria of contingencies we are putting into place within the purchase and sales agreement to help protect our investor clients from many of the issues that arise when inherenting tenants.

If you haven't already, respond to the foreclosure suit, and also try to get into mediation if you can (many states offer this).

House hacking is the primary strategy I have used to grow my portfolio and that's the typical client I work with as well.What strategy are you interested in?

Also, managing the property as a rental could offer tax benefits.When purchasing, keep in mind condo association fees and maintenance costs.