But where does one find ascetically pleasing furniture that is built to last without breaking the bank? 

Virginia changed the code to include in the definition of brokering real estate to include using a contract assignment.

Additional costnot included will be the incurred costs of city inspections, permits andunforeseen code additions""Any change orders will be authorized before work is performedAdditional Bill for Permits, Engineering and Code supplement will bepayable upon approval and payment (documentation provided)."

@Nathan Gesner 1) if you’re investing with a spouse make sure both are on board for self management or it will harm the relationship. 2) it’s a business, not a charity, so if you’re susceptible to hard luck stories from applicants/tenants, don’t self manage. 3) water heaters, heat and a/c, plumbing only seems to break down when you’re finally on vacation, so have good contractors in place who will go on your call and let you pay them from out of town.

or are you willing and able to be negative or break-even while you prove out your model?

I complied a few different points from different sources, including our Director of Investment Services thoughts and opinions.

Spend some time conducting in-depth research, including speaking with a professional in the field, and base your choices on your objectives, your tolerance for risk, and the particulars of the markets in the locations you are considering.Good luck!

Proper covered every little thing including the lost booking amount. 

Purchase price: $190,000 Cash invested: $25,000 Bought this property using HML, total cash in is actually $87,000 including the down payment and lender fees.

Dave Ramsey has a lot of great ideas including avoiding consumer debt, but he applies more to those who are risk-adverse.