-thorough analysis of local economy, employment trends (and employment forecasts), availability of tenants and demand for rental properties versus supply of those types of properties.

Perhaps it's in really bad shape? 

To be able to explain simply how the property will make or not make money for you using data, understanding market or market trends.

Just make sure to think it over if you’re going to sign as an individual on a promissory note and if you do just know what implications that might have going forward for your DTI and plan accordingly and you’ll be in tip top shape.

Thank you any advice would be greatly appreciate it Hey AlbertWelcome to BP.You're in great shape with that much in cash and equity. 

It is/was in pretty bad shape but I’m repairing it in order to rent it out.

In general, REO’s are in rough shape and are difficult to finance.

You keep putting money away like that you'll be in great shape.

The duplex is in good shape and a good part of town.

The trend toward flat roofs is just silly in most areas (bc it causes water diversion problems, which then cause a myriad of other problems).