I do a lot of painting in Tri Cities .

Even if I keep full, when someone moves out I have to go in and do something, touch up paint, clean the fridge, paint a window sill etc.

I was looking for something just a little shabby that could use a bit of landscaping, painting, maybe a light fixture here are there.

Many (mostly struggling) sales people join networking groups like BNI, Le Tip, etc and they encourage you to network this way.

I just got a letter in the mail from the city saying I was in violation of lead based paint.

(I admit the selling costs might tip this slightly if it's a close call.).* Your max LTV on cash-out will be 75% of value, and "value" will be at the mercy of an appraiser.

i had contract to purchase a 2 unit for 21k that needed only paint/carpet.

If anyone has familiarity with that market or tips I am all ears!

Based on this goal, I was trying to understand the 2% rule.Thanks for the excellent tips.

This is a SF residence that rents for 1750 a month and everything on outsourced screening checked out with flying colors, so there was absolutely nothing about either of these two that tipped off that they would be difficult.