I also find that some local print shops are cheaper than online services. 

Osaka, while relatively cheaper, has massive competition.

Apartments (100+ units):Pros:single locationsingle transactioneconomies of scale (painting 100 units is cheaper than painting 100 houses)professional managementhigher capital gains due to forced appreciationcan be a truly passive investmentCons:higher turnoverhigher maintenance expenseslower COC returnssmaller pool of potential buyersHouses:Pros:lower barrier to entrylower turnoverlower maintenance expensesno need for professional management on a smaller portfolio (less than 20)higher COC returnsbigger pool of potential buyersCons:multiple transactionsmultiple locationshigher per unit repair costslack of forced appreciation beyond initial equity capture (ARV - purchase price - rehab)professional management is more expensive than for apartmentssemi-passive

So I decided to make some phone calls to get estimates on the repairs and I find a guy that can do the repairs for over $1000 cheaper than Bob's estimate and I agree to have this maintenance man John do the repairs because it's a lot cheaper than Bob's estimate.Meanwhile, without the property owner's consent or even letting the property manager aware (because later he admits that it's a surprise) Bob decides to rent out Diploma Ave. to another tenant.

That's cheaper than Houston for new construction but if you already have the roof and foundation that helps.I don't want to pay full price or use all of my cash so need financing.

I am new like you and have started in the mobile home side of things because the out of pocket is cheaper.  

It seems you can do everything cheaper than I can here in NY!

Depending on how much you want to spend/save you could do what a buddy of mine does (this guy is actually cheaper than I am).

it is better if you have both,, but between the two blog is much appropriate specially if you are just starting and if you love writing... it is the best way to talk to your prospective clients.... and a lot cheaper....

Lori,I believe Mike's point goes back to my earlier post in this thread.If green products and building are cheaper than non-green, it is a no-brainer.