It's probably because I'm new, but I thought staying away from places with only one industry, high crime, and low income was the rule of thumb.What am I missing? 

If you're not speaking to His need, you'll miss the mark every time.

There could be other conditions of course, but that would be something easy and not expensive.Either way, that extra week is some nice revenue and I wouldn't want to miss out on that. i would accommodate them for sure.

You are looking for issues with the foundation and any other exterior anomalies like giant trees that could be in the sewer line or pressing against the foundation of the house, evidence of buried tanks, where the septic and leach field is, etc.There are plenty more things to focus on as well, but these four are often neglected by newer out-of-state investors relying on an agent or friend as their boots.What else did I miss?

I’m sure I am missing a few more  

Even police officers miss several shots during gun fights.

Many banks handling tax escrow accounts for mortgages have mistakenly thought there was one tax due twice/year or totally missed one of the taxes.Investors should research the SEV and the Non-Homestead property tax millage rates to project what the property taxes will be after adjustment.

missing some info?

Nothing else matters.In general, they are all close enough to the same that you aren't missing a Maserati and using a Prius when the costs are all around the same.

I had a buddy who missed a small clause once, and it turned into a bit of a headache.. better to catch those things early.Speaking of attorneys, in Eugene, from what I've heard, Thompson Legal specializes in real estate and has helped a few folks I know navigate the local regulations smoothly.On the CPA front, having someone who gets the ins and outs of real estate can make a world of difference come tax time.