Each stone has a unique power and when wielded well has the power to transform everything around it.

Although it's always great to feel like "you got a deal" we have to keep in mind that interest rates are at an all-time low and we're in a very unique situation.

My reason is simple: Chicago is a tough market and you can lose your shirt due to reasons unique to Chicago and Illinois.Sing and dance all you want, but investment opportunities MUST be viewed in the context of two things: First, does it “hit your numbers” – which includes such non-numeric things as risk tolerance and goals, and; Second – and this is where you fall down in my book – what are the alternative investments that also “hit your numbers” but with less risk?

Unless you’re purchasing a really unique property or a funky deal, use your trusted loan officer from a national bank who can lend anywhere.

But there's an important question that hasn't been addressed about the reason why the Bay Area has been such a unique and strong market for the past ~10+ yrs. and it has to do with its main economic force that makes it desirable.

Unless you are looking to build something extravagant and large with a unique design.Also, there is a LOT to consider regarding sand filter or regular filter, backwash line ran, pool pump (variable speed or single), pool heater (Gas vs electric and the kWH of the heating elements), whether doing a salt water system, something like a drinkable pool water system, or typical chlorine pool (which will often need a chemical feeder).Also dehumidification is important.

This property is in South Philadelphia, which is a heavily congested area where homes are small and yards are smaller, but this property had a unique offering of an 18x33 side yard.

One of those, as an example, was not updating very old and very unique cottage style windows in a few places.

The accent wall in our house and the green one in one of our flips, was about $150 (just 1x2s cut at a 45).A lot of it is fairly inexpensive, but takes time looking for lights or unique tile or just trusting your instinct with paint colors.

Where I live a sale virtually guarantees a review, but that's because of the unique aspects of our state and local law.