@Jean Bolger is spot on in recommending Frank's book.

@Phillip Dwyer , thanks for the tip on checking the local laws; I didn't know that was a potential requirement.I'm not yet ready to start investing in Detroit, but I do want to be poised to go there soon; I think it's going to be a hot spot once the community there has figured out which neighborhoods are going to be viable.

Someone who knows the real estate game, perhaps an agent/investor who has a lot of experience and can spot a deal.

They can match the sheen and the color to just about spot on where you would have to be eyeball to siding to tell a difference.

.$50 first $35 co-app Sometimes fee paid on spot, but I allow fee deposited to bus acct..Initially, I only gave applications if fee paid, but now I give them out to all who ask...Once I collected 3 on one property and able to choose best fit....I

We do not even need to be there, the tenant can handle getting a car towed if it is parked in their spot.

you got it @jonholdman , thought networking would be a good place to post, but will add  to events forumHey Rob how about that new pizza spot at the lofts  (101 & Encinitas blvd) Quei Bravi Ragazzi is 830p too late? 

I actually think it's important primarily to spot reporting errors and identity theft.

If you have the cash & want to hang onto the properties for a few years it may be a spot to look at. 

Thank y'all so much.Here's more info:very desirable neighborhood2229 sq ftbrick exterior3-4 bedroom, 3 full bathbuilt in 1969new roof 5 years agoHVAC replaced 10-12 years ago, no problemsfireplace, gas heat/ water heater, electric appliances, city sewer, crawl space / full attic, 2 small storage buildings out back, metal carport attached to housePics:https://www.dropbox.com/sh/9okdqd6lj9olk1w/AACeDvF5R133So7URcPnUUoqaWork required:pull up carpet, replace wallpaper in 2 bathrooms [apprx: $13,000]modernize kitchen [approx: $8,000]modernize one full bath [apprx: $4,000]wood paneling in living room could be painted or replaced with drywall [apprx $1000]slight water damage in mother-in-law suite has been repaired and roof replaced, but visible spot in ceiling remains [apprx: $500]Estimated repairs:$26,500Holding/selling costs: Est. $15,000 (Edit to your experience)ARV: $206,000 - $215,000ARV Comps:1- Distance: .6 milesSale date: 5/2014Stats: 3046 sqft incl basement, 4/3 full, 2 half bathsPrice: $90/ sq ft2- Distance .4 milesSale date: 5/2014Stats: 1800 sqft, 3/2Price: $91/ sq ft3- Distance: .5 milesSale date: 5/2014Stats: 3600 sqft incl basement, 4/3Price: $86/sq ft4- Distance: .2 milesSale date: 4/2014Stats: 1700 sqft, 3/2Price: $93/ sq ft5- Distance: .3 milesSale date: 6/2014Stats: 1700 sq ft, 3/2Price: $96/sqft6- Distance: .3 milesSale date: 6/2014Stats: 1350 sqfr, 3/2Price: $98/ sqft