This obviously can change depending on where you're looking because there are definitely areas in Chicago where you could house lack and even make some money while living there.

No don’t change rents.

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Its a short book, finished in 3 hours, but has also changed my thinking and actually has me wanting to become the bank

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@Wayne Brooks @Kim Martin I encountered with a property in TN under foreclosure by the bank and I've been told that for a period of 21 days I, as investor, can not bid on it (fiest dibs goes to people who will gonna use it as primary residence).I guess this may change on case by case scenario.

And they agree if they start later, they are willing to pay a bit more to make up for loss rent.For example:rent is $2000 if starting Aug 1rent is $2100 if starting Aug 8rent is $2200 if starting Aug 15We need the contract signed before they can make this decision, can we pick a date to sign first then include a clause where they have until X date to change the start date & rent?

You get hit with high property taxes that change from year to year AND you have to pay income tax in CA. 

Along my journey to financial freedom i came across real estate as an investment vehicle to supply my life dreams of being able to attend all my kids games and still have a cash flow able to provide my dream life and goals.Trought my adult life my girlfriend and her family have stood by and watched me  change for the better. loving and supporting us while fighting there own battle.