We do, and so far they are all within a few blocks of each other, makes things a lot easier!

Some of the highest taxes in the state and foreclosures on every block.  

In consideration of Landlord foregoing the installation of a keyed dead bolt device on the back door of the dwelling and for consenting to the Tenants installing a “doggy door” in the back door of the dwelling at the Tenant’s own cost, Tenants hereby waive any and all rights and remedies they may have against the landlord for violations of the Texas Property Code and for any and all damages which the Tenants may suffer as a result, or in any way relating to, a keyed deadbolt not being installed on the back door of the dwelling or as a result, or in any way relating to, the allowance of a “doggy door” to be installed in the back door of the dwelling.

Last year I had a tenant break a lease and cause significant damage to a condo in Virginia Beach.

However, you have to justify normal wear and tear vs. damaged items.  

My current road block is locating deals.

So after about 2 weeks of BP, a thought enters my head, instead of just complaining about poorly kept and vacant buildings that are preventing a street or block from being its best, why not put my money (or other people's money) where my mouth is?

The comps in the area state that this property should bring in at least 1100 per month.The exterior needs some maintenance, mostly cosmetic including minor water damage on trip boards and paint.

And your friend's house "on this side of town" might also be too far removed.Find out what the rents are for properties on the same block as your house, or on the first one or two side streets, or the street behind your back yard. 

These buildings are block structure, each with their own bathroom, no furnished heat or AC but some tenants have added it themselves.