It's just hard to get good deals unless you're on the ground in the place you're buying, at least IMO.

Determine your estimated IRR and compare that with investment alternatives.Your cash flow will not be $200...it will be negative after insurance, management fees, repairs, turnover, cap ex. 

Anything giving good advice on how to hit the ground running and shorten the learning curve when I get my license.

Rates are still very low compared to historical averages, and my assumption is your blanket financing is probably on a balloon.

Your "all in" is too high compared to your ARV and your rents are too low for your refinance.

I think the quarter round is going to give you an overall better finished look compared to just having the plank meet the tub and have a bead of silicone.

For cash flow.Dallas and Jacksonville have cash flow, but they are on the low side compared to other markets.

The price of the condo is market price, there is little to no room for bidding lower as other comparable units are selling for higher.

Property insurance is up to you, but what will you financial situation look like if one of your properties burn to the ground.

Compare your property to similar, nearby rental properties to see if it's typical to include these appliances.