Rick Scott signed a bill that goes into effect in a month and a half that changes the states definition of telephone sale to include voicemail transmission, closing up the loophole RVM thrives within in that state. 

The market is probably not going to do too well with the volcano eruptions...no...not for the lava threat...but the volcanic ash-smoke and earth quakes (which can cause damage too).My guesses with regard to the market on the Big Island.

The cause of the damage was very strange water problems that affected 3 floors of a condo.

Many investors purchase in their name for the financing ease and then shield everything under an umbrella, which can be a very cost effective way to create asset protection.

Of course screen everyone It’s amazing how fast they pay up after their kids damage a house above the security deposit including paying me extra for my time and loss of rental income after they move out

PRO: you never have to worry about utilities being cut off in winter months potentially damaging your property.

I could keep on going awhile about myself but this is about you.The first thing I want to tell you that having any experience does not effect what you want to do. 

If there is damage, theoretically, I could have the insurance pay for the damages.

If your building is poorly built, that could be a disaster; a tenant leaving the heat off(to save $$ or because they forgot to pay their electric bill) during a cold snap could cause burst pipes and big damage.

I bought a flip a while back and was able to talk to the town inspector to give the CO despite some issues (water damage, cracked windows, etc) because he knew I was going to fix them all when I took possession.