Dallas area is definitely a strong market - we are also seeing some solid opportunities a little further south in the Temple / Killeen / etc areas as well

Who is identifying these markets for you?

But with the sharp decline in mortgage rates since May, the moribund housing market is showing signs of life.Confidence rising; competition falling.

Louis, Mo, Condo in San Diego, Ca, 8 unit Apartment Building in Los Angeles.Want to expand, primary residence is Las Vegas, open to all markets.

In my area sellers want "as is" but with the market not being insane you can negotiate with the seller.

Look at other rentals in your market and see what they say.

A little patience and properties often hit the market with lots of hidden value opportunities 

I'm glad to hear ou say "invest in my local market".

I am starting out in my real estate investing journey and was hoping to see if fellow investors recommend pursuing short sales, banked owned properties and foreclosures, versus pursuing typical MLS properties or off market properties with distressed properties or sellers.  

I will send you a private message with my guy Francisco, a super sharp HVAC sub in Chicago.I'm a software engineer at an online retailer specializing in HVAC equipment.