Then work into the next deal and back on track to make some money on the next flip, or buy, renovate and hold for the other person.Everyone says it is easy with low and no money down, but I am finding it hard unless you have $30K sitting around doing nothing.

With $400,000 and leverage $10,000 would be easy to accomplish.

It's easy to mess that up by not digging deep enough, putting in proper rock and possibly tying to a drain tile (easier said than done), oh and sealing the new hole in foundation properly. 

Good deals are good deals and they are easy to move. 2.

Super easy to clean at turnover, lasts longer, is more durable, etc

Extrapolate that across his portfolio and it's easy to see why this landlord wanted out. 

I have been surprised by the rental demand and price in Canby, I would think Oregon city would be pretty easy to rent.

I do not have any illusions about investing being easy; I have never been averse to hard work. 

I currently work a full time job, part time job as a stagehand, and have a side business doing photo booths for weddings and parties. 

@Marci SteinAnother easy option is to just remove the washer and dryer and letting the renters know they will have to provide one themselves.