SW Florida here:I prefer to buy newer construction 1995 or newer if possible (insurance reasons)CBS preferred over wood frame (huge price increase for wood frame on insurance)Below market---this is HUGE for me.....if the market drops I may not be underwaterA or B neighborhoods3/2/2 minimum in most cases...no 2 bedroom houses (they don't fit the demographics)The deal has to make sense, have appeal to tenants, and pay me to own it.

Over the past few years I have been observing the property management companies in our area (Vancouver) to determine who is likely to be a good fit for our properties and reflects our preferred management style.Interestingly enough, I've learned the most about property management companies from friends and colleagues of mine who have been tenants.

Some of the feedback I've received:Too far down the street (corner lot)Close the the railroad tracks (across the street)The second lot is too narrow (side by side lots, single owner)Not a great neighborhood (homes are going for 2's & 3's so I don't get it really)Not their ideal location (preferences outside the city, Fulton county or OTP)No one has said the price was too high.Any insight I would greatly appreciate! 

I personally would prefer to do it acting as a principle in the transaction as part of my investing program but your agreement with your broker may have different requirements.

That's actually my preferred price area, better performing than both above and below those ranges 

Obviously I'm not betting on appreciation necessarily because you never know what's going to happen but would preferably like to buy a place that has a good chance of going up in value over the next few years.Thanks for responses!

Hello,I'm looking for a CPA preferably based out of Austin metro or at least Texas who specializes in Solo 401K.

I do have a private lender/ silent partner presently that prefers quicker turnover, which leads me to fliping.  

@ Elizabeth Colegrovewould you mind elaborating on why you prefer conventional vs FHA?

Some just lend money (which I prefer) and others want to split profits.