Hi all,I'm looking to pick up a duplex to house hack.

Pick any market in the South and/or Midwest and you'll have a much better chance at making money. 

Rents do always go up, historically, if you pick the right periods.

It seems like a simple thing, Stephen, but reaching out in BiggerPockets about getting started as a real estate investor is a great first step.

Sorry if I over delivered your simple question.

I've seen several people pick up vacant lots without knowing that there was no property.

If you’re free later this month I’d love to pick your brain about it over coffee, or over the phone,  if your schedule allows. 

Explain to her that it is her problem to cut the grass plain and simple .  

Actually, your question is fairly simple. 

This would be my first investment property and, as I crunch the numbers, believe this could be a worthwhile investment and relatively simple way to start my REI career.I have a few questions for those that manage properties and would appreciate your feedback.- What is the most comprehensive/reliable, but cost effective, way to screen tenants?