If not, then remember buy and hold is long game.

Ideally, you want a well-rounded marketing mix.

To add to what Mike said, remember that every town in every city and in every state has it's own DNA.

What happened to fiscally sound conservative ideals?

The thing that you have to remember is to never stop inching forward, always grasping for that next rung.

Hey Pam;One of the things you need to remember is that even though house prices are lower in Texas, rents are proportionately lower as well.

Remember, as a condo owner, you're a shareholder of the overall condo corporation.

Remember, landlording is a BUSINESS.

I remember in a RE law class once that this is kind of the "default" position in many states.

You will turn thejohnmichael: property around quicker.johnmichael: As a beginning investors avoid a rehab property or the lure of a high priced property as many beginning real estate investors get distracted form the fact that the ideal property is the one that you take control and resale for a profit.Dan_Auito: fixer jay decima goes for junkers and makes goldjohnmichael: The easiest place to make money is in the middle and below price range range.johnmichael: The property should be free of damage and need no major repairs unless you are an experienced construction worker or builder.