I operate in 7 markets and in each market we have a quality control manager or runner, a cleaner with at least 2 backups, and a handyman/woman.

For me, personally, it's areas that are landlord basic to friendly, strong industry growth or potential growth, and personally I trade/buy/invest in houses that I see inventory pick up but the fundamentals stick meaning it's a great area.

Personally, I’d avoid California.

Together with my personal funds I can pull around $600K of equity for the first deal.The thing is, I was never involved in the entire closing process on a property, from A-Z, myself.

You would still want to be sure to buy a nice home in a good area to ensure that you are not coming out of pocket for years to come, and will attract quality tenants.Option 3 could work, but I agree that maybe you wouldn't want to give up that prime location and that sweet low interest rate!  

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Plus, managing contractors and ensuring quality work can be tricky for someone just starting out.New Construction: The Modern ApproachOn the flip side, new construction offers a different set of advantages:1.

Remind her that the place was rented as is for $1200 and that only one person can be living in it. 

But from personal experience, your penalties and taxes on early withdrawing from any IRA or 401K can total from 35 to up to 50 percent.

I didn't expect to get so much great, personal advice from such a diverse group of people all over the country.