I kid you not, I have no less than 20 houses that I'm searching for the owner, where I thought it was a dead end, then i researched the bank / mort comp, and found they were closed / raided / jailed / fled the country.

All together I've had about 4 no shows out of 5 appointments and the ones that did show up was a couple with 3 kids, 2 pit bulls and out of state DL #'s (despite having lived in this state for 3 years [supposedly]).

James I wasn't born with a silver spoon in my mouth.I had very tough times where things were lean growing up.It builds character and makes you remember where you came from.Having said that you can't let emotions make business decisions for you.This woman has allowed her kids to invade her life and mooch off of her.She has ultimately made that decision.I can see where that high payment without assistance is strapping her.I can't tell you the number of kids who are draining their parents dry and using them.It makes me sick to think of these types taking advantage.I am not talking about a temporary blip where someone is down on there luck but a continous pattern of doing the minimal only and getting the rest from the parents.I have tons of tenants with my apartments and I hear it all.When you have apartments they all talk.If you are soft with one they will take advantage.If you are hard with all they will leave because they can't manipulate and the other ones will pay on time knowing they will be gone if they don't.

I have a partner that helps me.Our products are mustang cobras, saleens,and roush.Our market is predominantly Kids from 17 to 25, you won't believe the money their parent have to spend.

Can any one give me any tips on owning rentals in a not a totally ghetto area, but i guess i could say a little run down.

The more money they have, the more likely they will be able to pay you, after they pay for their 2 new cars, cable bill, kids new clothes, fast food, and everything else.

I kid you not!

Thanks for the tips.

Thanks for the tip.

If so, are there any tips you can give on different buying techniques for it?