In addition to the actual costs of physically moving their household goods there is the need to once again save up for 1st, last, deposit(or combination thereof).

Haha, not really but some good food for thought.To address your question I think one of your best bets would be doing a nonconforming duplex in Ballard or Wallingford.

If she is working 2 jobs, where's her money going - sounds awful and some of you will slam me for it but I bet she's got a nice car and a better tv than you do.

Here in certain areas of the Bay Area, I don't really consider it speculation to bet on appreciation in the long term, though you might have to hold through possible recessions to benefit from it.

I feel the need to remind everyone, that when investing via crowdfunding sites, you need to focus on the "Franchise Tax" (it has other names in different states) of the state where the property is physically located, not where you live. 

But it is not something I would bet on.

For rehab cost, have a physical inspection contingency in your agreement and pay for a building inspection that would give you a rough idea.

Your best bet is to spend an afternoon down at the county records office with a list of the properties that you are interested in.

I don't physically pay myself, but I factor in paying myself for all of my deals..

Hello group members,Would anyone like to share their experience on how to spot signs of physical distress and estimate damage?