But even if you could find a published average, it would be subject to the skill of the leasing agent and market conditions (unemployment, etc.).

While 6 months of payments is good, I would not let a good deal pass because I had less; however, some reserve is vital.

Yet another, told me, my communications skills are lacking.

The one agent that did call me back was commercial (on a 5 unit) was very nice, I was open about my cash, credit, and newbie investing skills.

He told me, "it will change your life".So far, it looks like a great opportunity to connect my design and build skills with a financier interested in rehabilitating a rental property in the East Bay.I am just familiarizing myself with the site so far, and am looking forward to making connections with like-minded counterparts.

I'm hoping to get the point where my I can utilize my wife's home staging skills and some property management.

., This a very good question because many investors consider buying out-of-state turn-key properties because of a lack of time and/or lack of skills to rehab distressed properties.

Focus on the practical skills that will make you money.

As they are always helpful and make us exercise our critical thinking skills!

A skilled loan officer can help you sort that all out too.