Here's the situation:  I've got a single story SFH in southern AZ.  The house has natural gas lines running to the gas furnace, the kitchen and the laundry room.  The only thing hooked up to the gas line is the furnac...

I need about 6 to 8 locks installed which is front and side doors.  

Being that we're in WA you'll want to look at excise exemptions if you go that route.For your partnership question: I've seen money partners get a certain percentage on the equity side (whatever is negotiated) plus a guaranteed rate of return for their invested capital.

I will definitely use an agent for the next couple buys, and indefinitely for sales, but I'm looking to get more independent on the buy side.

Take that number and figure on spending it every 2 years to be on the safe side.  

. - on a side note, even after 28% increase, their rent total is still about 30% below market.

I don't know about your market, but where I invest (Berwyn, IL) the market is crazy hot for multifamily.

@Tim Lindstrom , the first thing to look at are the addresses on either side of the house.

I purchased a 12-unit building and I need to replace the boiler.  One contractor recommended a 410,000 BTU Burnham boiler.  He claims that's the best value for the money and it will last for a long time if properly ma...

I would look at two things--condition of the place and reserves (sort of two sides of the same coin).