So, we're keeping our eyes open for our original criteria but also know acknowledge that sometimes it makes sense to upgrade especially when everyone else is looking for what you were originally looking for. 

I keep an eye on it, but from what I've been able to tell, I can do a far better job cash flowing in other markets with more of them AND have someone else manage the properties.  

Some people don't look at the big picture (an ugly eye sore getting spruced up and improving the neighborhood) and instead look at the short term (a branch fell in my yard today).

Some tenants "hold over" even after being asked to leave or court ordered to vacate, so keep an eye on the process.

If you've ever seen regret in a man's eyes after he's become too old to do what he's always wanted to do, you'll realize that fear of failure pales in comparison.

I wouldn’t set my eyes on waiting to time the market, as others have said that pretty tough!

Walked into one of my apartment building basements to check some stuff. noticed cig butts and beer cans lying around and thought nothing of it. then noticed a stored mattress out of the corner of my eye move in the dark.

hi , saw this post and want to jump in.In my eyes, and I have been investing in US real estate for years now - most American real estate brokers and agents are providing great service to out if state / out if country investors.After you define what you want to buy and where, start communicating with local real estate agents. they can be found everywhere online including here at BPhope that helps

In doing so the resulting education has opened my eyes to things that seem like hidden secrets of the wealthy ("Tax Strategies for the Savvy Investor" is the best).  

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