At the same time, I have talked to just as many who see it simply as an investment tool and they are more concerned with their over-all IRR on their investment so they are looking at more than just purchase price when closing.  

A HELOC is a tool.

I thought the tool was very cool but last saw it's double the price of PropStream. 

Looking forward to interacting with everyone.Quick question regarding Real Estate statistics and tools you use for different strategies you use for your investments or personal buying/selling.The reason I ask, is because it seems the Real Estate website are beginning to implement statistics to support the listings (Zillow, Redfin, etc).

Can you suggest the best email marketing tool ?

If the investment home appreciates, you can always use the equity as a tool to buy other properties down the road, or even to help you buy a SFH if that is what your situation dictates.

Has anyone used this service as a tenant screening tool?  

I have a system that allows me to find deals no problem and the evaluation tool is fine but it doesn't give me anything that is great to present to investors etc... 

The bottom line is that this is just a residential house. the garage is for parking cars and some light power tools.

Do you have any advice on books or tools that will help me grasp the concept?