In return I would refer to you the properties that would like to re-list.

There are generally better returns in Ladson, Goose Creek, Moncks Corner, Hannahan, North Charleston etc. then the neighborhoods close to downtown at entry level price points. 

The tenant forfeits all claims for the return of the security deposit under section 504B.178 and is relieved of any other contractual obligation for payment of rent or any other charges for the remaining term of the lease, except as provided in this section.

One bad tenant or an unexpected roof leak can decimate your return.2) The biggest determinate of an investment's success is property manager (also referred to as operator).

Our 10 unit condo association ownership has recently bee passed on the homeowners and I am one of the trustees. My question is around filing the yearend taxes. So far, the accounting firm had been filing 1120 form, bu...

Our original plan was to invest in Clayton County, hence all the areas described above.We're using the BP deal calculator and looking to get to a monthly cash flow number of $200/month with a return of at least 10% (after all expenses allocated for: PITI, CapEx 10%, R&M 8%, vacancy 8%, property management 8% and other PM "other fees" 4%.

We can do 50 percent monthly return for investing in a diamond mine in central Africa.  

Even if it were to cost $10k to do all the plumbing and electrical work, that would be close to 100% CoC return.

Usually the basics for good curb appeal and return would be:Green grass (no weeds or big empty patches), have the trees and bushes pruned.Use low lying flowers/shrubs at front of house so there's some color and character.. but you're not blocking up the view of front of the homeKeeping things generally 'manicured' is the better way to go. 

@Heather LawlerAs others have suggested - I would look into seeing if there are investment opportunities in Iowa where you live.Usually, states within the midwest offer attractable rate of return/cash flow.