My thinking has changed as the economic factors affecting our economy have changed, as the information available on properties far away from my base area has changed, and as my age and financial status has changed.35 years ago I looked for home runs.  

My over arching goal is to own 3 properties in Philly by age 35.Any suggestions on how to go about purchasing my first 2 bedroom without down payment are greatly appreciated!

Because this was an area thriving in the 90s, schools in the area are older and haven't been invested in as much as some other areas since a large proportion of the residents of Castle Hills is without school aged children.Enjoy your week and Happy Investing!"

Any party being added to the lease which is eighteen (18) years of age or older must first undergo and pass a background verification screening similar to the one undergone by Tenant initially; approval is upon Landlord’s discretion.

LOL... what is that & why does it seem worse with age, I wonder.Dave & I have always lived in rural areas (we have animals & want to be able to have lots of space for us & the animals to roam).

However, there are ways to become involved in real estate at an early age.

I have aging parents so even if I didn't want tenants, I could appreciate a separate space for my parents or even a relative or someone like that living in the space (and not so much in mine).

I have found if you apply a layer of pressure sensitive adhesive before setting it ages a little better...

You need to factor in variables like landlord insurance; are any of the properties in a flood zone - financed properties will require flood insurance; what is the age/condition of the houses and how much deferred maintenance are you going to have to perform; what are the property taxes going to amount to; a house purchased for cash will have less up front closing costs (no appraisal required, no inspection required) is that a factor in your purchase price; etc. etc.If you leverage yourself to the hilt, and you have no options for deferred maintenance and they do not cash flow (despite gross rents), then you have NO flexibility.  

This bracket is evaluated on the basis of a general expertise of the quality of the building: Ages, condition, infrastructure, maintenance, etc..