The only problem we've had is their adjustment to us not taking care of them like mom and dad.

I then adjust the comp properties to what they would have sold like had they been in exact comparison with the subject property which then returns a range.

Upon looking over a copy, appraiser gave NO credit for all of the work that had been done and I had no luck getting it adjusted/amended.Long story short, I still made $$$ on the property, but will attempt to be at all appraisals on my flips to try and keep this from happening again!

PS this is my attitude adjuster

Clay, I haven't bought any government trailers, but they do spell out the process here: http://gsaauctions.gov/gsaauctions/gsaauctions/Scroll down to trailers to see what is currently available.You (or the owner) should be able to get a written offer for lease of the mineral rights.Depending upon how management intensive the rentals are, I'd try to get at least 2% a month in income of what I pay.

Best to try to find comps that are very close in size, then make a small adjustment.

Of even greater interest is identifying resources and individuals that can help me complete investments outside of California in less capital intensive real estate markets. 

I am looking at buildings that are 8-20 units, rehab intensive .

If the market adjusts it will delay your strategy by 5-15 years... is it still a good deal?

The biggest issue with investing in SFHs, aside from a adjustment in the market stealing your equity, is that very few SFH investors accurately estimate expenses.