While the bank doesn't know my investing goals or care that my plan it to pay it off quickly, when they just see that I "cash flow" a mere $50 a month and my taxes say I lost money on it, they get scared. 

The local REIA groups around me meet on the day I have my class so as soon as that is over I will be attending the monthly meetings trying to soak up every possible tip I can get my hands on.

If not, does anyone have any tips on sheriff sale auctions?

Solid work and takes care of any issues quickly, although he doesn't have time for full rehabs.

They are churning the numbers and don't care. 

If you can get that while keeping risks manageable, be happy.5 years total ROI (assuming sale) is at least 100%Yeah, if everything goes perfectly, but as an passive investor in some deals, I don't really care what you, the sponsor, says about appreciation.

You also have to be very careful with how good of a job they did fixing up the property as most of those buildings are over 100 years old.

Hi BPer, What can landlord do to prevent or compensate for the Board of health visit?

I am a motivated individual that is tired of being disappointed at the lack of money I make at my 8-5 healthcare job.

Thanks for the tip.