@Keith OwensHm, I would stay away from contractors for that.We use an INVESTOR that also happens to be a friend, a real estate agent, and operates the home warranty division of the large brokerage that is packaged with that agency's sales when the buyer wants it.Contractors have dogs in the fight and although sometimes know more in depth on certain subjects...

You can become knowledgeable about how to screen a tenant by reading a book, but the experience is where you apply the knowledge to create a more in-depth understanding.I will throw out a quick story.

Because of low prices and good rent, cash on cash and CAP rates are very strong.I did an in depth analysis on the economy and demographics of Indianapolis when I did my due diligence on the market.

Then you can read a more in-depth book like The Book On Rental Property Investing by @Brandon Turneror The Unofficial Guide to Real Estate Investing by Spencer Strauss.2.

Then if you really wanted to make an in-depth analysis, look at how each scenario plays out at 10 years, 20 years, and 30 years.

@Kyle Deutsch Mann It'd be great to chat with you about it because while I have a general idea of what I want, it'd be nice to talk to someone with experience in the market in more depth about it.

@Jason Douthitt - Resurrecting this from the thread from the depths of the BP vault!

The only answer i received from the depths of my head was ... i will offer them to stay in a hotel and when they will come back their apartment will be like new.

I get that I'm just now starting off but I need a little more in-depth info.Please help and be specific.Thank you,

For Example triplex's need to have a Min Lot width, min rear yard depth and min side yard length.