Also don't forget to add a grand or two on top of what you want to make for the "negotiating" portion.

Getting you RE license wouldn't hurt, it would however take a year or so and cost around a grand.

She thought she was so smart because they saved 12 grand in commissions.  

I can probably put 3 grand into it to get it rental ready.My question is, I know subject to deals can be tricky.

I had 5 different banks with this type of facility all 7 figures to mid 7 figures.. .life was grand

I find it hard to understand how a 2/2 for 50 grand would not produce a solid CoC return if my family members are paying far higher rents in the same complex.  

It's been a while since I was in the business but most policies have about five grand or so for damage like a water heater.Get with your agent and discuss with him.

They wanted 3 grand just to install a french door!

.  :-)  That way you would only have to get the seller down to $60,000, which will be a little easier on you, the end buyer will be happy, and you get 5 grand with a smile, and an investor who will look at more of your deals as you get them.Personally, I don't put a set dollar amount on what I want to make out of each deal.  

Just come on out and we'll have a grand time hanging out at the Range Restaurant inside the Renaissance Hotel on Thursday at 1:00.RSVP is easy, just tag me in a post here so I can give the staff at the restaurant a warning if there's going to be more than a handful of folks!