I just try to figure it out on basic paper and calculator,   I have only 12th grade education.  

Thought about just building because I can get a basic house completed in about 90 days after receiving permit, but haven't been able to find any decent lots.

Basically, instead of testing every outlet and door handle, he is inspecting the larger and more concerning items, i.e. electrical, plumbing, HVAC, roof, drainage, attic space, foundation, crawl space/basement, etc.PM me if you want his info.

@Dan D. turnkey property you are delaying the need to build your own team down the years (assuming they have done solid work in the property) the basic question you need to ask what is the IRR you are trying to target how actively you like to involve. 

He basically told me I was out of luck on the door wall because we did not ask the last home owners to move the bed.

My boyfriend does basic construction.

Yes basic fees for just owning a rental property.

The link below is older but a good starting point.https://www.biggerpockets.com/renewsblog/2006/12/0...Basically it is still a loan but with a higher interest rate.

Most investors do not treat it as such and allow tenants to regularly violate basic terms of the lease.When these Landlords share the problems they are having, more experienced Landlords may seem harsh because we are attempting to correct a major flaw in the way they operate their business.

But I tend to be very strict in following basic guidelines in my business decisions.