They are some of the more sought after homes, and it can be tough to get a good deal if you aren't well positioned.

Providing all data needed upfront and application completed asap is crucial … getting title / escrow / appraisal ordered on a rush is possible as well 

:Class A Properties:Cashflow vs Appreciation: Typically, 3-5 years for positive cashflow, but you get highest relative rent & value appreciation.Vacancy Est: Historically 10%, 5% the more recent norm.Tenant Pool: Majority will have FICO scores of 680+, zero evictions in last 7 years.Class B Properties:Cashflow vs Appreciation: Typically, decent amount of relative rent & value appreciation.Vacancy Est: Historically 10%, 5% should be applied only if proper research done to support.Tenant Pool: Majority will have FICO scores of 620-680, some blemishes, but should have no evictions in last 5 yearsClass C Properties:Cashflow vs Appreciation: Typically, high cashflow and at the lower end of relative rent & value appreciation.

I had a few conversations with Cheryl as well as a couple references that she sent me as well as a few that I found on my own.

When I'm looking for places to say, amenities are very important to me (pool, movie theater, game room) as well as the layout of the furnishings and how comfortable it appears. 

My last purchase that I had hoped to brrrr I never did the refinance and have not yet done the repeat.I really think your best odds of success is near your local market.  

I am looking into that area as well because my son is moving there and I would like to have my own place to stay when I am there, especially if I get grandchildren any time soon.

I'm deploying more money now than last year at this time.

The last couple months it feels like there is a lot thinner margin for error with flipping.

@Will Sifert - Guess I was lucky to buy some liens last year without paying a premium, didn't even get down to zero!.