BP Nation,Does anyone have an investment property analysis tool to evaluate deals?

There are a lot of tools on here to assist in investing in real estate.  

I love this website, one of best tools in my arsenal

I think this investment tool is more appealing then brick and mortar.

My father was in construction for years, so I've inherited nearly every possible renovation tool you could ever want - including a roof moisture meter (he was an inspector for a minute)!

I think the guys at bigger pockets are huge proponents of seller financing, and I have heard a lot of people mention it on the podcast, so I would encourage you to learn more about this important investing tool. 

They are a great tool to keep tabs on topics that interest you.  

Ashley, it sounds like you already have the tools in place to help you when you get to that point.

I realize that buying may make more sense, but in the area we are looking to buy which is right by the University of Chicago, the homes that we are looking at purchasing are all around 200k, but they may not go up in value at all in 2-3 years.

Banks are not evil to be avoided, rather a tool to use with care.