You really want to focus on the mechanical systems (roof, heat, electric, water)Just ask your lender about prepayment penalties... some have them, some don't.

I'm sure Florida is fantastic, but I don't really like the heat. so I'm happy where I am.Welcome Bruno

My name is Andrew, I am 19 years old currently residing in Trenton Ontario Canada, In 2 months I will be moving to Edmonton Alberta to start a new life basically, with my girlfriend of 2 years (her family is getting military posted).I decided it will be good to venture out to a place with more jobs, and to be with the girl...

For this I recommend going down to your local real estate school and take a basic course in the Sales Comparision Appraisal Method.

Hello Everyone, Here is an article I put together a while back detailing a very basic understanding of the sales comparasion appraisal method (in other words, how to read and understand sales comps.)

Basically I run down all of the local research for your property leads.Property Analysis (or Property Consultation) ServiceThe service includes:-An inspection of the subject and surrounding neighborhood-Exterior and interior pictures of the subject and pictures of surronding neighborhood-A detailed report containing the following information: **All the property details and tax information **Title Search **List of local comparables and an estimate of market value **A detailed list of needed repairs **Suggestions for upgrades worth considering **Suggestions for what the property will be best used for (Fix/Flip, Rental, Lease Option) **A list of financing options and costs of each **Rental cashflow analysis (if needed)Cost of service is $100 per houseTurnaround time is 24 to 48 hours.Not trying to play on anyone's emotions, just trying to offer a helpping hand for anyone who wants or needs it.

I'm looking for a book that covers topics on how to locate the best properties to flip, how to maximize your profit from specific renos, how to market your properties yourself, and basically a top to bottom strategic guide on flipping properties.

Often you can get a ballpark number from a contractor giving him basic details of what you want done including things like how much square footage you are talking about, quality of materials, and any other important details for a particular project.

Is this basically a no-go for most rehabbers or is it something that you would consider if the price is right?

Also, their heat and air guy gives them an opinion.