I have learned some hard lessons from giving into to tenants trying to convenience you that they will be on time with rent, etc.

If you aren't comfortable or it might be too much work, find something convenient for you that fits your investment style and continue to educate yourself so that you can do it on your own later.

Hi all I have been investing in Australia and the Philippines for the past 15 years.I lean towards buy renovate and rent , but also looking at renovate to sell as well .My wife and I have  7 rental properties and  2 commercial properties  we also have some experience with renovating properties (3  so fare ) and we have done ok doing the work ourselves. 

In the case of the long escrow you are basically purchasing convenience but it is also possible that with a 90 days close that the RE actually has appreciated some of the $4K prior to you making the first payment.I would not want to lose a place for $4K. 

In the same boat here in PA, leaning toward mix of private money/cash to get started.

I have to admit the price is reasonable, especially for tenant convenience.

If you can get a credit towards closing costs for the total amount of repairs (with written quotes for accuracy) then I would lean that way.

Contrary to others belief you have a plethora of options (exit as well) to closing or finalizing your strategy with this property.I'd say your network of Friends and Professionals are good to lean on for advice.

If investment A has an ROI of 10% and investment B has 5%, we should lean towards investment A.We almost always have to put money into the down-payment, or renovations, to make the property cash flow. 

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