After interning at a local CPA firm and talking with numerous Big Four professionals, I came to realize that although I did well in accounting and took full advantage of accounting clubs and associations, real estate was my true passion.

Without your ex's consent, you won't be able to accomplish your goal of ridding yourself of the hassle and liability associated with this house and mortgage.

They are going to lie their heads off and claim they own nothing.

They will be headed for the apartments.

My head's a'buzzing now.And Brian Hoyt you hinted iHousing would have to be hip, well-branded, utilize daylighting, and have upsell potential.

I want to check where my head is at after owning 6 properties and putting over 100 offers in over the past year.1,100 sq ft 3/1 house in a nice neighborhood built in 1960Purchase price: $42,000Borrow $35,000 @ 5.5% 15y$3,000 for clean up and repairs$10,000 cash investmentProformaRent $900 a month = $10,800 a yearMortgage $286 a month = $3,432 a yearTaxes $100 a month =$1,200 a yearInsurance $100 a month = $1,200 a yearI know there is unexpected vacancy costs, maintenance costs, lawyer costs etc...

I agree with Don and Jon (for some reason Don Johnson's name just popped into my head...).I prefer to look for Class A and B properties in my area and 1% would be considered "good" for a MFH.

It is not a good investment. 1) Rent too low relative to price2) discount relative to market value not even close to a good deal. 3) Condo's can be tough to sell because of tougher lender scrutiny on condo associations.

We bought this house 12 years ago and renovated it head-to-toe ourselves.

our board came new rules and regulations without a vote of the association members.