The brands I've been bid on have been:Eco WindowsCGI Sparta SeriesLawson IndustriesESWindowsAssuraAssura is from home depot, main advantage i've found is that they have a quick lead time of 4 weeks, compared to everyone else saying 6-8 weeks.CGI I heard its a reputable brand with a good warranty Lawson, cheapest quote but Im' hearing has a huge lead time now and they have been messing up peoples orders with sizes or specificationsES Windows, comes from Colombia and I heard spare parts, replacements and customer service is terribleEco, I haven't really heard much about but price seems close to what I'm being quoted for CGI Spartas Anybody on here with more experience that can help me narrow it down? 

Just have to buy the property cheap enough where there is a big enough spread.

This way, they can diversify their investments and spread out the risk a bit.If they’re ready to jump in now, they might find some solid deals before the new year. 

Desstani,Having access to $150K is a large chunk of equity and it can be spread over 2-3 properties. 

I’ve seen investors spread too thin by picking up multiple inexpensive properties in less desirable neighborhoods, only to be hit with constant maintenance issues and tenant turnover.That said, there are still opportunities in the Midwest where you can find properties in stable, growing areas.

Pete) and have narrowed it down to finding a single family home with a pool in the unincorporated Bay Pines area or Indian Rocks Beach (note, it took a long time for me to get over my beach view condo dream in a popular area but HOA fees and restrictions helped!).

., treasuries), and mortgage spreads. 

What are the main things that you look for when trying to really narrow down on a market?

One other thought too- if you feel like you are having too many deals, maybe then your buy box may be too wide, and and you can narrow in on what area / location / return you truly want. 

jk Wow that is a fantastic spread!