There are few transfers in the paper weekly even in the most desirable neighborhoods because prices are so very high still compared with wages.

That said, some municipalities have zero desire to allow a discount.

The caveat on this choice is I loved growing up in Detroit (Warren, specifically) but neither my wife nor I have a huge desire to live there at this time.I would be very grateful for any insight from the community -- thank you!

If you aren't excited by the prospect and you no longer have a desire for the career you were going to study for it might not be the best choice.Going to Community college for a while isn't a bad idea.

Many rehabbers also use $15k as a hard floor on their expected profit, due to the uncertainties in flipping, and the desire to make an adequate return for time expended.Think twice before trying to flip a $80k property.

Anyone have any thoughts at how well the desire is to a single person renting a 1 bedroom town house compared to renting a 1 bedroom apartment?

Non-distressed homeowners have been sitting on their homes, even though they had a desire to sell, to wait for market recovery.

Even if it costs some money I think it is an excellent learning experience.Assuming I desired to go through with this project would you contact banks/HML's before placing an offer or after?

On or after June 1, if a person who holds a certificate of purchase desires to pay subsequent taxes, accrued interest and related fees due on the property, the person shall exhibit the certificate or receipt of registered certificate to the county treasurer.

Loosing accounting history sort of speaks to less than desired collection efforts.