New Mexico oil patch country is a real gamblers paradise (I know I live there).  

It's been awhile but unless the codes have changed you can scrape charring off the studs as long as the depth isn't more than a quarter of the stud's thickness (3/4").

I get it, I look at the cost, and it's why we pay for 100% of it for each employee, and we are likely about to extend that to their families as well.Saying I'm clueless on this topic, only shows your lack the depth to understand it.

You could center a small flowering tree in the yard on each side of the sidewalk for a little depth as well.

@Ryan More , Thanks for the introduction I would love to hear more in depth on HomeVestors and what it has to offer investors. they are like one of the biggest sponsor for all the event happening around Houston.

OK so my story I recently Got into college I will be free and clear with no depth what so ever because of the gi bill.

The depth of knowledge and willingness to help, answer questions and give pointers is fantastic.  

Even if you do learn to look for certain things in certain areas, ie plumbing, electrical, foundation, etc, you won't have any depth of experience to know what it is you are actually looking at.

Hi Patrick, I've done an in-depth ranking and review of the top crowdfunding sites which you might find useful.

I'm confident @JayHinrichs can share some in depth personal experience in this area as this is in his backyard.